Rosalynn was seen as unassuming and quiet before coming to Washington but developed into an eloquent speaker, campaigner and activist.
Successive presidents have tried to duplicate Carter’s achievement, but only a few have come close to matching the scope of his breakthrough.
The Carters occupied the White House during a Democratic administration from 1977 to 1981. They have been married since 1946 and have four children.
Carter has suffered from several health issues, including melanoma that spread to his liver and brain.
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