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The somewhat unorthodox leader led his country through one of the most tumultuous eras of American history, writes Ariana Baio

Former US president Jimmy Carter, a man defined by his humility and idealism, has died at 100.

Serving as 39th US president from 1977 to 1981, Jimmy Carter sought to make government ‘competent and compassionate’.

Flags are lowered and the government will shut down for a day.

Carter, who spent decades after time in office campaigning for better global health and human rights, died at age 100

Carter, the longest-lived president, died on Sunday in his hometown of Plains, Georgia

Businessman, Navy officer, evangelist, politician, negotiator, author, woodworker, citizen of the world — Carter forged a path that still challenges political assumptions and stands out among the 45 men who reached the nation’s highest office. His state funeral will be Jan. 9, designated as a…

The nation's 39th president, who died Sunday at 100, was in Chicago many times over the years, as he rose from relative obscurity to capture the White House in 1976.

Oldest living president served only one term but has been hailed for his post-White House philanthropy and advocacy.