• Jimmy Carter - Audio Biography

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Jimmy Carter - Audio Biography

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  • Jimmy Carter, born in Plains, Georgia, in 1924, began life as a peanut farmer and became the 39th President of the United States. After a successful career in the U.S. Navy, he returned to farming, where he modernized his family's peanut farm. Carter entered politics, serving in the Georgia Senate and eventually becoming the Governor of Georgia in 1971.In 1976, he won the Democratic nomination for President and narrowly defeated the incumbent President Gerald Ford in the general election. His presidency was marked by notable achievements such as brokering the Camp David Accords and promoting energy conservation. Carter's commitment to human rights and diplomacy continued after his presidency through the Carter Center, which he founded in 1982. His legacy is one of advocacy for peace, human rights, and global public health.
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  • Presidents Gather for Rosalynn Carter Memorial Lauding Mental Health Advocacy

    Presidents Gather for Rosalynn Carter Memorial Lauding Mental Health Advocacy
    Nov 29 2023
    The article describes the memorial service held on November 28th, 2023 for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, who recently passed away at 96. Prominent figures including President Biden gathered to honor her life and legacy of humanitarian work. Speakers emphasized Rosalynn's dedication to helping those in need, from the poor and hungry to the mentally ill, guided by her Christian faith. They praised her barrier-breaking policy work as First Lady as well as her pioneering mental health advocacy. The service included touching tributes from her husband former President Jimmy Carter, now 99 and in hospice care, as well as other family members highlighting her deep love for them. Musical performances and remembrances underscored Rosalynn's profound impact on many lives through her empathy, compassion and service.
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    11 min
  • First Lady Rosalynn Carter: Championing Mental Health and Global Impact

    First Lady Rosalynn Carter: Championing Mental Health and Global Impact
    Nov 20 2023
    In this autobiography, we explore the remarkable life of Rosalynn Carter, born in Plains, Georgia, in 1927. From her upbringing on a peanut farm, she learned the values of hard work and community. After marrying Jimmy Carter, she embarked on a life of public service.Rosalynn's dedication to mental health advocacy began during her time as Georgia's First Lady, and it continued as she served as the First Lady of the United States. Her work extended to women's rights, energy conservation, and human rights.Following her time in the White House, Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter founded the Carter Center, where she played a pivotal role in global health initiatives and advancing human rights. Her enduring commitment to mental health, caregiving, and early childhood development has earned her numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom.Rosalynn Carter's life serves as a powerful example of how one person's compassion and advocacy can make a lasting impact on the world, inspiring others to work for positive change.
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    4 min
  • Jimmy Carter - From Peanut Farmer to President

    Jimmy Carter - From Peanut Farmer to President
    Nov 20 2023
    Jimmy Carter, born in Plains, Georgia, in 1924, began life as a peanut farmer and became the 39th President of the United States. After a successful career in the U.S. Navy, he returned to farming, where he modernized his family's peanut farm. Carter entered politics, serving in the Georgia Senate and eventually becoming the Governor of Georgia in 1971.In 1976, he won the Democratic nomination for President and narrowly defeated the incumbent President Gerald Ford in the general election. His presidency was marked by notable achievements such as brokering the Camp David Accords and promoting energy conservation. Carter's commitment to human rights and diplomacy continued after his presidency through the Carter Center, which he founded in 1982. His legacy is one of advocacy for peace, human rights, and global public health.
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    6 min

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