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Jimmy Carter to be honored in service at U.S. Capitol
Republicans and Democrats in Washington, D.C., have united to honor former President Jimmy Carter as his casket heads to Capitol Hill to lie in state. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more on the plans.CBS News - 3d -
How Jimmy Carter wanted to be remembered
Former President Jimmy Carter told CBS News' Norah O'Donnell in 2008 that he wanted to be remembered for being a family man and promoting peace as president. Carter's legacy on the global stage and ...CBS News - 3d -
How Jimmy Carter Became a Proud Outsider in Washington
Jimmy Carter was a genuine Washington outsider when he won the White House in 1976. And he remained proudly so, for better or worse.The New York Times - 3d -
Behind Jimmy Carter's legacy as president
Jimmy Carter's presidency was marked by global challenges and his quest to unite Americans. James Fallows, a speechwriter for the Carter administration, joins CBS News with more on Carter's legacy.CBS News - 3d -
How Jimmy Carter's family is honoring the former president in D.C.
Jimmy Carter's family members will participate in several events to honor the former president as his casket arrives in Washington, D.C. Douglas Brinkley has more on how Carter's loved ones are ...CBS News - 3d -
How Jimmy Carter worked to promote human rights through the Carter Center
The Carter Center, based in Atlanta, was launched by the Carter's after they left the White House and has worked to promote human rights, health and democracy worldwide. CBS News' Nikole Killion ...CBS News - 3d -
Jimmy Carter to lie in state at U.S. Capitol beginning Tuesday
The remains of former President Jimmy Carter will be brought from Atlanta, where he is currently lying in repose, to Washington Tuesday. The 39th president will then lie in state at the Capitol for ...CBS News - 3d -
Public continues to pay respects to Jimmy Carter in Atlanta before former president lies in state
Former President Jimmy Carter is lying in repose for a final day at the Carter Center in Atlanta before moving to Washington D.C. to lie in state at the U.S. Capitol. CBS News correspondent Skyler ...CBS News - 4d -
Americans celebrate the life of former President Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter is being honored in his home state of Georgia before his remains are taken to Washington, D.C., On Tuesday and Wednesday, the 39th president will lie in state in the ...CBS News - 4d -
How The Vivienne became a breakout star of British drag
The Vivienne, who has died aged 32, was unapologetically unique and hilariously straight-talking.BBC News - 5d -
How Jimmy Carter Launched His Career and Cemented His Legacy in Atlanta
While his home was always in the small Georgia town, Atlanta gave him the opportunities to cement a political and humanitarian legacy.The New York Times - 5d -
The unlikely life story of Jimmy Carter
Elected in 1976 in the aftermath of Watergate, Jimmy Carter, the little-known governor of Georgia, believed he had a responsibility to restore Americans' faith in the integrity of their government. ...CBS News - 5d -
All five living US presidents expected to come together to mourn Jimmy Carter
Biden set to lead tributes at funeral service but cameras likely to be trained on Trump. Americans are hoping for a rare moment of political unity this week when all five living presidents – ...The Guardian - 5d -
How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party
The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious.The New York Times - 6d -
Jimmy Carter updates: Former president to remain in Atlanta through Tuesday
The funeral ceremonies for former President Jimmy Carter are underway. His body was transferred from his hometown of Plains, Georgia, to Atlanta.ABC News - 6d -
Jimmy Carter's grandson pays tribute to the late president
Jason Carter, former President Jimmy Carter's grandson, remembered his grandfather at a funeral service at the Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday. The 39th president died last weekend ...CBS News - 6d -
Jimmy Carter's casket arrives at the Carter Center in Atlanta
The casket of former President Jimmy Carter arrived at the Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, the first day of his funeral procession. CBS News chief election and campaign ...CBS News - 6d -
A look at Jimmy Carter's work in global health, how he helped destigmatize hospice care
One of former President Jimmy Carter's top accomplishments is his contribution to global health. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more on Carter's legacy and how the former ...CBS News - 6d -
State funeral of Jimmy Carter begins
America's goodbye to its 39th president officially begins today, as the nearly week-long state funeral of Jimmy Carter begins. The funeral will include stops throughout his home state of Georgia, ...CBS News - 6d -
Former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral underway in Georgia
A state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter is underway in his home state of Georgia. The procession will start later today and mourners will have the opportunity to pay their last respects ...NBC News - 6d -
How Jimmy Carter's death impacted many Americans
The body of former President Jimmy Carter will remain in his home state of Georgia Saturday through Monday, before being transported to the Capitol on Tuesday where he will lie in state. CBS News ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Services to remember former President Jimmy Carter set to begin this weekend
Starting on Saturday, Americans will say goodbye to former President Jimmy Carter. Six days of remembrances, split between Georgia and Washington D.C., will salute Carter, who died Sunday at 100 ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Jimmy Carter's body will lie in state at U.S. Capitol
Memorial services honoring former President Jimmy Carter begin this weekend. His body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol starting Tuesday following a public viewing in Atlanta, Georgia. CBS ...CBS News - Jan. 2 -
How Jimmy Carter remained 'Mr. Jimmy' to the people of his hometown
Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Ernie Suggs talks about the life and work of former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100.ABC News - Dec. 31 -
Former President Jimmy Carter to be honored over 6-day funeral schedule
Preparations have started for the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at age 100. Events are set in Carter's hometown of Plains, Georgia, and in Washington, D.C. Mark ...CBS News - Dec. 31 -
Jimmy Carter's grandson talks former president's life, legacy
Former President Jimmy Carter died at age 100 on Sunday.ABC News - Dec. 31 -
Jimmy Carter Made Jeans Presidential
He projected authenticity not just through his actions, but also with his uniform.The New York Times - Dec. 30