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politics2 years ago

Remembering Rosalynn Carter: A Life of Resilience and Advocacy

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was laid to rest in a private burial following a funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia. The three days of memorial events included a tribute service attended by President Biden, Vice President Harris, and all living former first ladies. Rosalynn Carter's son, Chip Carter, shared that his father, former President Jimmy Carter, was by her side in her final moments, expressing his love and gratitude before asking for privacy. The small town of Plains showed their respect for the Carter family during the funeral procession.

via CBS News|
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politics2 years ago

"Remembering Rosalynn Carter: A Legacy of Empowerment and Unity"

Former President Jimmy Carter, President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and all five living current and former first ladies attended a memorial service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta. Former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama did not attend the event. Rosalynn Carter passed away last week at the age of 96 after being diagnosed with dementia. Following the memorial service, she will be privately laid to rest in Plains, Georgia, with Jimmy Carter planning to be buried next to her.

via Yahoo News|
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politics2 years ago

"Jimmy Carter's Determination: Attending Rosalynn Carter's Memorial Despite Hospice Care"

Former President Jimmy Carter, currently in hospice care, plans to attend the memorial service for his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, alongside family members, President Joe Biden, and several former first ladies. The memorial service will be held in Atlanta on Tuesday, followed by a funeral in their hometown of Plains, Georgia, on Wednesday. Rosalynn Carter, known for her advocacy work in mental health and equal rights, passed away at the age of 96. The Carter Center, which the couple founded, will continue their work in their absence.

via ABC News|
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politics2 years ago

Notable Guests and Traffic Delays Expected at Rosalynn Carter's Memorial Service

Former President Jimmy Carter plans to attend the memorial service for his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church in Atlanta. The service will be attended by President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and second gentleman Doug Harris. Other notable guests include former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, former first lady Laura Bush, former first lady Michelle Obama, and former first lady Melania Trump. Country music stars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood will perform, and members of the Carter family will also speak during the service.

via WSB Atlanta|
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politics2 years ago

First Ladies Unite: Melania Trump Receives Olive Branch from Rosalynn Carter Before Her Passing

Former First Lady Melania Trump was extended an invitation to attend the funeral of Rosalynn Carter, who passed away on November 19. Despite public disagreements between Jimmy Carter and Donald Trump, Rosalynn Carter believed in showing bipartisanship and treating everyone with respect. Melania's attendance will provide a rare opportunity to see all living former first ladies together, including Dr. Jill Biden, Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, and Hillary Clinton. Rosalynn's gesture of inclusivity and grace will be remembered as her final act of kindness.

via SheKnows|
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