Jason Carter, grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, delivered a powerful eulogy at the Carter Center, emphasizing the institution's importance as a living legacy of his grandfather's life's work.
Jason Carter delivered a heartfelt eulogy for his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter, during a ceremony on Saturday. The former president’s grandson, who serves as the chair of the Board of Trustees, emphasized the profound connection between the Carter Center and his grandfather’s enduring legacy pointing out that the institution is more than a museum. 'We’ll have many chances this week to pay tribute to my grandfather, but it was important for all of us that we stop here.
These buildings, as you all know, are filled with his life,' Carter told the room full of dignitaries, including many of the Carter Center staff.SEE ALSO: Jimmy Carter funeral | Father taught Chip Carter 'the value of hard work''This is a museum to his life, and not just because there’s a collection here of his beloved paintings, but his spirit fills this place. And the real reason that this spirit fills this place is because of the people who are standing here,' Carter continued.SEE ALSO: President Jimmy Carter lies in repose after private funeral service at the Carter CenterJason Carter praised the staff and supporters of the Carter Center, calling them the 'real keepers' of his grandparents’ legacy. 'The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum holds the historical legacy, tells my grandparents’ story, which is really this unbelievable American story,' he said. 'You hold it and you present it for my kids, and for their kids, and for all of those other generations to come.' His grandfather won the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize due to the work of advancing human rights and public health done at the Carter Center. 'People at the Carter Center, you continue the vibrant, living legacy of what is my grandfather’s life’s work,' he said. 'Your track record will continue to drive a world where people can participate in free, fair, and credible elections. A world where the rule of law and human rights are respected and enjoyed not just by some people, but by everyon
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