The life of former President Jimmy Carter was honored Thursday morning at a service at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. President Joe Biden, who delivered the eulogy, said he was the first senator to support Jimmy Carter's presidential candidacy in 1976. guardian Reported.
“It's based on what I believe are the enduring qualities of Jimmy Carter: character, character, character,” Biden said. “I believe that character is destiny. Our destiny in life and, frankly, our destiny in life.” people's life. It's the sum of millions of things built on character that lead to a good life in a decent country. ”
“What Jimmy Carter's friendship has taught me and through his life…told methat strength of character is more than the title or the power we hold,” he continued. “It’s the strength to understand that everyone should do this. receive treatment That everyone, and everyone, deserves an equal chance, with dignity and respect. ”
president-elect trump was also present at Former Presidents Barack Obama, Georgia Bush and Bill Clinton also attended Carter's funeral. Their wives, except Michelle Obama, were also in attendance.
in one clipTrump and Obama appeared to have a friendly interaction while sitting next to each other.
NEW: Donald Trump spotted joking with former President Barack Obama at Jimmy Carter's funeral in Washington, D.C.
The two seemed to be on good terms, and Kamala Harris was even seen turning around. pic.twitter.com/dHrB2m7GZi
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Mr. Carter's grandchildren, Mr. Joshua Carter and Mr. Jason Carter, also own condolences, WBALTV I will report it.
“He built homes for people who needed homes,” said Joshua Carter, who taught Sunday school regularly in his hometown of Plains, Ga., after leaving the White House. I recalled what I had done.
“He eradicated disease in forgotten places. He made peace everywhere in the world, wherever he had the opportunity. He loved people.”
in Jason Carter's messagehe He paid tribute to his grandfather and his wife Rosalyn, who passed away in 2023.
“These were small-town people who, no matter what happened in their lives, never forgot who they were and where they came from,” said the former president, who founded the global humanitarian effort after leaving office. said Jason, president of one of the Carter Centers.
Meanwhile, Stephen Ford and Ted Mondale, the sons of former President Gerald Ford and former Vice President Walter Mondale, paid tribute after his death. written by both men to Carter before he dies.
Mr. Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024 at the age of 100, was transported to Georgia where he will die. be buried After a private family funeral, with Rosalyn.
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First publication date is January 9, 2025.
