Jimmy Carter Enters Hospice Care

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, 98, has entered hospice care.

The Details: A statement from the Carter Center on Saturday said, "After a series of short hospital stays, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has decided to spend his remaining time at home with his family and receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention."

For Context: Carter, a Democrat, served as the 39th U.S. president from 1977 to 1981. He is the longest-lived president, as no other presidents have lived past 94 years old. In 2019, he had brain surgery after experiencing pressure and bleeding in his head due to multiple falls.

Key Quotes: People from all sides, especially the political left but also the right, wished Carter well and offered fond memories of his political career. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) said Carter "led our nation with dignity and, in retirement, has devoted his life to serving ordinary people all over the world." Former Trump adviser Roger Stone said Carter "was not a great President but he is a good man, a patriotic American and an honest Christian."

How the Media Covered It: News sources across the spectrum, especially left- and center-rated outlets, highlighted the news and well wishes for Carter from throughout the political world. Townhall (Right bias) published an opinion article titled, "I Come to Bury Carter Not to Praise Him," which criticized Carter's economic policies and alleged antisemitism, and called him "one of the most unsuccessful US presidents ever."