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.

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Jimmy Carter makes his final return to Washington, D.C.

Former President Jimmy Carter made his final return to the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. His body will lie in state in the Capitol Building through Thursday ahead of his state funeral at the Washington ...
CBS News - 14h
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 - 18h
Jimmy Carter's casket arrives in Washington, D.C.

Former President Jimmy Carter's casket has arrived in Washington, D.C., as the nation prepares to honor the 39th president of the U.S. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
CBS News - 19h
Jimmy Carter begins final journey to Washington, D.C.

Former President Jimmy Carter's final journey to Washington, D.C., has begun after the lying in repose at the Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Carter will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol until ...
CBS News - 22h
What to know as Jimmy Carter's body moves to Washington to lie in state

The body of former President Jimmy Carter will make its final trip to Washington, D.C., Tuesday before lying in state at the U.S. Capitol. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more.
CBS News - 23h
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 - 1d
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 - 4d
Carter’s Panama Canal Treaties Symbolize How Much Washington Has Changed

To return the canal to Panama, President Jimmy Carter worked to change minds and build a bipartisan coalition that put aside short-term political considerations.
The New York Times - 5d
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

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