Statement from the Carter Center:
ATLANTA (Nov. 19, 2023) — Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a passionate champion of mental health, caregiving, and women’s rights, passed away Sunday, Nov. 19, at 2:10 p.m. at her home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 96. She died peacefully, with family by her side.
Mrs. Carter was married for 77 years to Jimmy Carter, the 39thpresident of the United States and the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize recipient, who is now 99 years old.
“Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,” President Carter said. “She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it. As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.”
A long life, and a well lived one, by all accounts. The Carters were unique in their post-presidential lives, living simply and focusing on making the world a better place. We’re unlikely to see their like again.
May Ms. Rosalynn Carter rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing and a comfort, especially for her beloved husband, who must feel lost without her.
Open thread.