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Jimmy Carter and Demetrius Young died the same day. Georgia will miss them both.

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Jimmy Carter and Demetrius Young both died Dec. 29 .

The two men shared a life of service, a love of Georgia , and a care for the needs of everyday people.

Jimmy Carter ’s roots as a peanut farmer from Plains , Georgia , are well-documented, and even the name of his hometown suggests simplicity and commonality.

Demetrius Young says the Albany Movement helped turn Dr. King ’s resolve into political power.

In later years , it warmed my heart to see Mr. Young associated with modern-day, Georgia -based movements such as Fair Fight and Black Voters Matter.

President Carter 's roots as a peanut farmer from Plains are well-documented, and even the name of his hometown suggests simplicity and commonality.