Former US president Barack Obama paid tribute to the late Jimmy Carter, who passed away at 100. Obama highlighted Carter's achievements, including his presidency, human rights work, and post-presidential contributions like Habitat for Humanity efforts. He also praised Carter's integrity and honesty, emphasizing the former president's lifelong commitment to service and decency.
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