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Jimmy Carter

Jimmy Carter is an American politician who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, he was previously the governor of Georgia. Carter is known for his emphasis on human rights, energy conservation, and diplomatic efforts, notably brokering the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt. After his presidency, he became a prominent humanitarian and advocate for peace, earning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. His post-presidential work focuses on global health, democratic governance, and affordable housing through the Carter Center.