From Reuters.

A view of the White House, with the US flag flying at half-mast after former President Jimmy Carter’s death at the age of 100.

Carter, a Democrat, became president in January 1977 after defeating incumbent Republican President Gerald Ford in the 1976 election. Despite his difficulties in office, Carter had few rivals for accomplishments as a former president. He gained global acclaim as a tireless human rights advocate, winning the respect that eluded him in the White House.

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