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Jimmy Carter Day: Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Former President Jimmy Carter
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared October 1, 2024, as “Jimmy Carter Day” in honor of the former president’s 100th birthday. This proclamation acknowledges Carter’s legacy as both the 76th Governor of Georgia and the 39th President of the United States, highlighting his commitment to community service and humanitarian efforts.
The celebration of Jimmy Carter’s centennial comes at a time when he is in hospice care, reflecting on a lifetime of public service and personal achievements. On this special day, the Carter family gathered in Plains, Georgia, to commemorate his milestone, which included a military flyover. Despite political tensions, particularly between Carter’s family and former President Donald Trump, the day was marked by a series of tributes from various political figures, including Presidents Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton, emphasizing Carter’s enduring influence and legacy in American politics.
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