A Year Later, the Nation Remembers a President Who Lived to 100

Today marks one year since the passing of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, who died on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. Americans across the country are remembering the life and legacy of a leader whose impact extended far beyond his time in office.See more…

Jimmy Carter remains the longest-living president in U.S. history. He served as president from 1977 to 1981, leading the nation during a period marked by economic challenges and global tensions, while emphasizing diplomacy, human rights, and peaceful conflict resolution.

Following his presidency, Carter earned widespread international admiration for his humanitarian work. He dedicated decades of his life to promoting peace, fighting poverty, and supporting democratic values around the world, efforts that earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

One year after his death, Jimmy Carter’s legacy continues to endure as a symbol of integrity, humility, and service to humanity. He is remembered not only as a former president, but as a global statesman whose values left a lasting mark on American and world history.