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This will mark another milestone in American history for the longest-married couple to be president. Carter, 96, is also the longest-lived chief executive. Carter, despite reaching that pinnacle, has often stated that the most important decision that he made was not as head of government, commander-in-chief, or executive officer of a nuclear submarine during the Cold War's early years.It was actually falling in love with Eleanor Rosalynn Smith, 1945, and marrying her that summer. Carter stated that my biggest secret is to marry the right man if you want a long-lasting marriage.Shes now 93 and has some other suggestions for a lasting bond.The former president stated that reconciliation and communication is essential between the spouses every day. He explained that Rosalynn and he, both Christians, read the Bible aloud every night, something they have done for many years, even though they were separated by travels. He said that there are no remaining differences between them when we go to bed.Rosalynn Carter emphasized the importance of sharing interests. She said that Jimmy and she are still looking for activities together, but she stressed the importance of having space. This is very important.Rosalynn Carter, first lady, forged her own identity while supporting her husband. She continued the legacy of her predecessors' efforts to promote special causes and set a new standard for first lady by joining her husband's West Wing aides in drafting key legislation. After leaving the White House, she continued to be focused on the Carter Center in Atlanta.The couple admits that a 75-year marriage is not seamless.Rosalynn was a fan of Jimmy's life beyond Plains. It was home to less than 1,000 people at the time and Jimmy intended to become an admiral. His son, James Earl Carter Sr., died in 1953 from complications caused by his illness.a career, and that the family would return home to rural Georgia.In retrospect, the former president wrote that he found it impossible not to discuss such an important decision with his wife. She was unhappy about the move. They now see the blossoming and development of their partnership at this difficult juncture.Rosalynn Carter said that the partnership was formed when we worked in the farm supply industry. It continued when Jimmy became involved in politics. He knew far more about the business from me than I did. She said that he would listen to my suggestions about things, which was met with laughter and affirmation by her husband.Rosalynn was not allowed to allow Jimmy Carter to run for his first office bid a few years later. She was there anyway in that instance.He said that my wife is more politically-oriented than he.She said: It's great. Campaigning is something I enjoy. It was the most enjoyable experience. I was in every state in the United States. The last time we ran, I was solid in my campaigning.This didn't stop a 1980 rout by Republican Ronald Reagan. It cemented Rosalynn, who had given up her chance to go to college at 18 to be equal partners to the leader in the free world. It marked Jimmy Carter's evolution as a husband.Since then, he has been a vocal advocate for women's rights within Christianity. Carter quit the Southern Baptist Convention in 2006 to protest the rigid views that subjugated women within the church and their marriages.These views were reaffirmed by the former president, who also supported same-sex marriage recognition. He said that it will remain divisive. However, the church is changing.The Carters will celebrate their marriage milestone with a party at Plains a few days following their anniversary. The most prominent Sumter County residents have mixed feelings about being in the limelight, despite having attended state dinners and inaugural balls for decades.Rosalynn Carter laughed and said, "We have too many people invited." I'm actually praying for turndowns, and regrets.
