Jimmy Carter, the longest-living U.S. President in history, is turning 100 on October 1. Despite entering hospice care in February 2023, his grandson Jason Carter recently shared that the 99-year-old is “doing okay” as he approaches this remarkable birthday.
Jimmy Carter’s grandson, Jason, revealed that despite being in hospice care for over 19 months, Carter remains emotionally vibrant and engaged. Physically, Carter’s condition has significantly declined, limiting his ability to perform daily tasks independently. However, his emotional well-being remains strong, allowing him to continue enjoying life’s moments, sharing laughter, and experiencing love as he looks forward to casting his vote in the upcoming presidential election.
Former President Jimmy Carter is excited to cast his vote for the upcoming presidential election
Jason revealed that his grandfather is excited to cast his absentee ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris, which would be a historic moment in itself. As Jason put it, “He was excited to turn 100, but he’s more excited to cast his ballot for Vice President Harris.”
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This move is significant, considering Carter grew up in the segregated South. By supporting Harris, he’s endorsing a Black woman for the presidency, which Jason believes would be an incredible story to cap off his 100-year life.
Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday Celebration
In honor of Carter’s centenary birthday, a tribute concert, Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song, was held at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on September 17. The benefit concert, featuring artists from various genres and generations, is traced back to his 1976 campaign. A plethora of stars from different spheres paid tribute to Carter, highlighting his emphasis on human rights and love for music as a universal language.
The event, which will air on Georgia Public Broadcasting on October 1, Carter’s birthday, raised funds for The Carter Center, founded by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter in 1982. The organization promotes health and advocates for democracy worldwide. Most recently, The Carter Center released models for promoting genuine elections to strengthen democracy.