Jimmy Carter Celebrates 100th Birthday in Plains

Former President Jimmy Carter is set to make history as the first U.S. president to celebrate his 100th birthday on October 1. Despite entering hospice care 19 months ago, his grandson Jason Carter reports that he remains emotionally engaged and has expressed a desire to vote in the upcoming presidential election. Carter has shown remarkable resilience, having survived cancer and the death of his wife, and has been able to enjoy time with family and watch baseball. Celebrations for his milestone birthday include a dedication ceremony for a monument at the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, naturalization ceremonies, and a concert in his honor. His family and supporters are thrilled to celebrate this momentous occasion, especially after initially expecting him to have only days to live when he entered hospice care. The state of Georgia has organized numerous events leading up to his birthday to honor his legacy and contributions.