"Former President Jimmy Carter Marks 99th Birthday with Joyous Celebration"

Former President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 99th birthday with his family in Plains, Georgia, deviating from his usual routine of watching church services online. Despite being a global figure, Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, have remained grounded and normal, according to their grandson. Carter's resilience and longevity have allowed him to enjoy months of accolades typically reserved for when a former president passes away. Tributes poured in from world leaders and pop culture figures, highlighting Carter's humanitarian work and advocacy for peace and democracy. Carter's legacy includes his focus on diplomacy, the environment, and efficient government, which have garnered reassessments of his presidency. At 99, Carter continues to watch Georgia's first Black U.S. senator preach online, while some white state lawmakers in his native region defy the Supreme Court to curtail Black voters' strength.