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Jimmy Carter Presidential Library Adds New Chapters [audio 5 minutes 4 seconds]

When former President Jimmy Carter celebrates his 85th birthday on Thursday, it will coincide with the reopening of his library and museum in Atlanta.

After a $10 million renovation, the library includes an area that focuses on Carter's life post-presidency. Carter is one of the first past presidents to have lot of time to reshape his image after leaving the White House.
Read entire article at NPR - Morning Edition