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AJC seeking memories and photos of Rosalynn Carter

By Helena Oliviero
Updated Nov 20, 2023

Rosalynn Carter, the former first lady and humanitarian who helped change mental health care in Georgia and the nation, died Sunday at her Plains home. She was 96.

”Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,” her husband of 77 years President Jimmy Carter said in a statement. “She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it. As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.”

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is collecting memories, tributes, and remembrances of Rosalynn Carter. Email Helena Oliviero, helena.oliviero@ajc.com to share your story and any photographs.

You can also call 404-526-2527 to leave a voice message of your remembrances. Your tributes may be used in a story and shared on the AJC’s Politically Georgia radio show and podcast.

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