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=__James Carter Research Paper__=


 * Author: KailinT.[[image:jimmy_carter1.jpg width="275" height="410" align="right" caption="(Portrait of James Carter)"]] **

__Introduction:__
Who’s James Carter? Well, in November 1976, Jimmy Carter was elected thirty-ninth president of the United States. Carter became president when the economy was in great turmoil. Nobody really knows about James Carter's life. Many civilians claimed he was a despicable president therefore he only served one term. Carter was an extremely Liberal Democrat. (EBSCOhost. 23 Apr. 2010.)

__Biographical Information:__
James Carter was born on October 1, 1924 in Plains, Georgia. As well as being born in Plains, Georgia, Carter grew up there. His father was James Earl Carter Senior (1894-1953). His Mother was Lillian Gordy (1898-1983). Carter’s wife was Rosalynn Smith (1927--). Carter and Smith had four children, three boys and one girl. Hunting, fishing, basketball, canoeing, jogging, skiing, softball, swimming, tennis, and reading were what James Carter enjoyed doing most during his childhood. His favorite book was Tolsty’s //War & Peace.// (23, Apr. 2010. Garcia, Jesus. //Creating America. A History of the United States//.)

__Education:__
Carter attended school in Plains, Georgia. For elementary and secondary (middle) school, he went to Plains public schools. For high school Carter went to Plains High School. Georgia Southwestern College, the Georgia Institute of Technology, B.S. (1946) United States Naval Academy, and the Union College in Schenectady, New York, are where Jimmy Carter maintained his education. Carter sustained many early jobs, some of which were farmer, warehouseman, and businessman. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Science from the U.S. NavalAcademy in 1946. James Carter had a tad of military experience. For example, he became a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy (1946-1953). (24 Apr. 2010. []. )

__Significant Contributions in Office:__
Jimmy Carter didn't partake in many significant contributions while in office. In 1978 Carter initiated the Middle East Peace Treaty (between Egpyt and Israel). He signed the Panama Canal Treatries. Also, the SALT II treaty with the Soviet Union. The Environment Protection Legislation otherwise known as the Alaska Lands Act was as well, signed by James Carter. Carter established the U.S. diplomatic relations with the People's Republic in China. On January 23, 1980 Carter announced the "Carter Doctrine." He asserted that threats to the Persian Gulf region will be viewed as "an assult of the vital interests of the United States." He served in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1953. Carter recieved one Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. (24 Apr. 2010. .)

__Interesting Facts about the President:__
Did you know Jimmy Carter was the first U.S. President to be born in a hospital? Did you also know he is the seventh generation of Carters in the U.S.? Jimmy Carter was the fifth generation of Carters to live in Georgia. In Carter's younger years, he shot his sister Gloria in the butt with a BB gun because she threw a wrench at him. This may seem bizarre, but Jimmy Carter's favorite gift to receive are books! This quote shows that Carter doesn't agree with war and that he would much rather find a different way to resolve problems. “To be just, a war must represent the last resort. It is obvious that other alternatives to war exist." - Jimmy Carter. ( 23 Apr. 2010. []., 23 Apr. 2010. Sandak, Cass R. //The Carters//.)

__Compare/Contrast:__
One similarity that Jimmy Carter and I share is, both of our fathers passed away. On the other hand, he was president and I obvoiusly was not. He had many hobbies while I only have one, soccer. Jimmy Carter has inspired me to be successful in life. Ways of accomplishing this are by going to college. Also he has inspired me to get involved with the community. On top of that, Carter encourages me to leave a mark, whether it be in history or in my little town. When you work for what you want, in return you receive good things. (Web. 24 Apr. 2010. [].)

__Conclusion:__
Who’s James Carter? James Carter was the thirty-ninth President of the United States. He wasn’t the most extravagant president and was hated by many while he was in office, but he did leave a mark in American history after his presidency. As a president, volunteer, businessman, politician, family man, and as a navy officer, James Carter truly led by example. (23 Apr. 2010. Sandak, Cass R. //The Carters//.)

**Works Cited** Petersen, Jennifer. "Jimmy Carter." //Our States: Georgia// (2010): 1. //Middle Search Plus//. EBSCO. Web. 23 Apr. 2010.

Garcia, Jesus. //Creating America. A History of the United States//. Evanston, Ill.: McDougal Littell, 2007. Print.

Sandak, Cass R. //The Carters//. New York: Crestwood House, 1993. Print.

"Jimmy Carter Quotes." //Famous Quotes and Quotations at BrainyQuote//. Web. 23 Apr. 2010. []. "American President: Jimmy Carter." //Miller Center of Public Affairs//. Web. 24 Apr. 2010. []. Hochman, Steven H. "Jimmy Carter Biography." //Ibiblio.org - Math//. Web. 24 Apr. 2010. []. "Jimmy Carter." //This Site Has Moved.// Web. 24 Apr. 2010. .