Today, we bid farewell to a man who defied convention and built a post-presidential legacy that will long outlast the headlines of his era. Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has departed this world at the age of 100, closing a chapter in American history marked by quiet strength, unshakable integrity, and a relentless dedication to the betterment of humanity.

Dr. Wharton was more than a trailblazer—he was an inspiration, a mentor, and a living example of what it means to break barriers with grace and determination. It’s hard to sum up a life as extraordinary as his, but to know him was to witness history being made.