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From a humble peanut farmer in rural Georgia to the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter rose to power on a promise of honesty and decency in the aftermath of Watergate. His tenure in the White House was marked by landmark achievements—the Camp David Accords, environmental protections, and a deep commitment to human rights—yet overshadowed by an economic crisis, energy shortages, and the Iran hostage situation. As political tides turn against him, Carter suffers a crushing defeat in 1980 to Ronald Reagan, leaving office as one of the most criticized presidents in modern history. But his story doesn’t end there. In the decades that follow, he redefines what it means to be a former president, becoming a champion for global peace, democracy, and humanitarian efforts—ultimately earning the Nobel Peace Prize and securing his place as one of America’s most respected elder statesmen.