The longest-lived American president is garnering accolades and well-wishes from across the world.
Plains residents have always been proud of the Carters’ ascension to the White House, Fuller said, as well as the couple’s work afterward on public health, conflict resolution and democracy via The Carter Center in Atlanta. There, the Carters and their programs have monitored elections in at least 113 countries and, among other things, Those accomplishments have drawn plaudits from people such as Mark Suzman, CEO of the Gates Foundation.
Back in Plains, Fuller said it’s “hard right now” to think about Carter eventually not being around. “But it’s good to see people coming through,” she added. at Maranatha Baptist Church after he grew frail, said it was a regular occurrence over the years to see the former first couple walking down the street.
Jennifer Multani, who visited from California, said she gained a new appreciation for his life, including his time in office and experiences before entering politics.
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