Jimmy Carter: The longest life of any president — or any Georgia governor

Jimmy Carter, who finished his term in the White House in 1981, already held one remarkable national record. He has had the longest life as an ex-president, now more than 38 years.

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By Gerdeen Dyer

Former President Jimmy Carter, a Georgian, is in the news for a health milestone: As of Friday, he has lived longer than any other president in our history — 94 years and 172 days.

He surpasses another former president, George H.W. Bush. who died this past November at 94 years and 171 days.