‘He helped my son’ | Mother speaks about friendship between son and Jimmy Carter
A single phone call sparked years of friendship and mentorship between Jimmy Carter and Mattie Stepanek, uniting them in advocacy for peace and resilience.
A single phone call sparked years of friendship and mentorship between Jimmy Carter and Mattie Stepanek, uniting them in advocacy for peace and resilience.
Mattie Stepanek, an 11-year-old poet, met his hero Jimmy Carter on “Good Morning America” in 2001, showcasing their shared commitment to peace and humanity.
President Jimmy Carter, honored with the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award, called Mattie “the most remarkable human being” he’d ever known. His legacy inspires peace and leadership.
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