Jimmy Carter: Georgia roots, global legacy

On this special edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell, Bill Nigut, and Patricia Murphy honor the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter. From his humble beginnings in Plains, Georgia, to his trailblazing political career as governor and U.S. president, and his lifelong humanitarian efforts through The Carter Center, Carter’s impact is profound and enduring.

Through archival audio, interviews, and reflections, we explore key moments in his journey—his fight for civil rights, the establishment of the Carter Center, and his legacy of diplomacy and service. We’re joined by political and personal voices, including Carter family members, long-time allies, and leaders who worked alongside him, to offer a heartfelt remembrance of the man known as Georgia’s president and a global humanitarian.

Links to today’s topics:

Former President Jimmy Carter dies at 100

Carter Center came to former president in a dream

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s long and (mostly) happy marriage

A timeline: Ten of Jimmy Carter’s major accomplishments

Carter’s presidency started well, but stalled amid challenges

Jimmy Carter’s term as Georgia governor was marked a success

Jimmy Carter, a man of implacable faith, lived his values

Jimmy, Rosalynn Carter built Habitat for Humanity’s reputation

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