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Jimmy Carter Votes for Kamala Harris at Age 100

The former president fulfills his wish to vote in the 2024 election while in hospice care, marking a significant personal milestone.

Overview

  • Jimmy Carter cast his absentee ballot for Kamala Harris in Georgia, confirming his long-held wish to vote for her.
  • The former president, now 100, has been in hospice care since February 2023 and prioritized voting over his centennial birthday.
  • Carter's family, including his grandson Jason and son Chip, publicly supported Harris, citing her alignment with Carter's values.
  • Georgia, a critical swing state, is seeing high early voter turnout, with Harris and Trump in a close race according to polls.
  • Social media reactions to Carter's vote have been mixed, with some questioning his capacity to vote and others celebrating his dedication.