Young, a prominent civil rights leader and former United Nations ambassador who served under Carter, began his eulogy at Carter's funeral Thursday with a simple declaration: "Jimmy Carter, for me, was something of a miracle.

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The former U.S. ambassador to the U.N., the Rev. Andrew Young, spoke Thursday at Jimmy Carter's state funeral about his relationship with the former president, saying Carter was a blessing from God. See Young's full remarks.

Neighbors in Thomasville reflect on President Jimmy Carter’s legacy, with Ambassador Andrew Young, a Thomasville native, delivering a powerful eulogy.

He may not be a candidate for Mount Rushmore, but he belongs in the foothills.” Jimmy Carter, who considered himself […]

10:24 a.m.: Grandson Joshua Carter recalled the former president's years of teaching Sunday school at Marantha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia. He said that Carter would often share news during his classes, connecting the former president's faith with his desire to help those in need.

As a legislator, governor, president and ex-president, he confronted the prejudices that were so much a part of where and when he grew up. His life and deeds hold many lessons for today’s public officials.

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Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral services were held at the National Cathedral, attended by former presidents and dignitaries.

Former President Jimmy Carter, who died on December 29 at the age of 100, has been laid to rest in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, following a state funeral held in Washington, D.C. “He was the last president to actively encourage participation and involvement in governmental processes by the progressive civil community,

Former President Jimmy Carter has been laid to rest at his home in Plains, Georgia. The beloved former president is being buried underneath a willow tree on the property of his Plains home next to his beloved wife, Rosalynn Carter, who died in 2023.

“Jimmy Carter’s friendship taught me ... The two were dear friends, Steven Ford said. Andrew Young, who was U.S. ambassador to the United Nations during the Carter administration, offered the homily. “I don’t mean this with any disrespect ...