Unit 3 Lesson 9: Change to Georgia’s Image and Unit 3 Lesson 10: Georgians in National Politics
Jimmy Carter in Politics (governor, senator, and president)
Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
What happened? Summarize the event!
Where did the event take place?
When did the event take place?
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Who was involved: Jimmy Carter, a former naval officer, peanut farmer, and politician from Georgia, played a significant role in this event.
What happened: Jimmy Carter became the 76th Governor of Georgia in 1971, served as a Senator from 1987 to 1989, and was elected as the 39th President of the United States in 1977. His presidency marked a period of change in Georgia's image as he brought attention to human rights, energy conservation, and the environment.
Where did the event take place: The event took place in Georgia, where Jimmy Carter served as governor and senator before becoming president.
When did the event take place: Jimmy Carter's political career spanned from the 1970s to the 1980s.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history: Jimmy Carter's political career had a significant impact on Georgia's image and representation in national politics. His presidency brought attention to Georgia and helped reshape the state's reputation. His focus on human rights and his achievements in foreign policy had lasting effects on the state and the nation as a whole.