The U.S. Postal Service has announced the upcoming issue of a Forever stamp dedicated to the late President Jimmy Carter. The release is timed to coincide with Carter's would-be 101st birthday on October 1. The stamp features a 1982 painting by Herbert E. Abrams, which was the artist's preparatory work for the official White House portrait of President Carter, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. Abrams' oil-on-linen painting captures the essence of the former President, known both for his leadership and his humanitarian work after leaving office.
In a recent unveiling, USPS emphasized that Forever stamps maintain their value regardless of future postage price changes. This particular stamp will be available at post offices nationwide starting from October 1st. Peter Pastre, USPS government relations and public policy vice president, reflected on Carter's legacy, stating, "The stamp program celebrates the best in American culture, places and people," and highlighting Carter's quiet, thoughtful energy and his embodiment of "the best in America," according to a statement obtained by FOX 5 Atlanta.
The USPS revealed the Forever stamp at the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park in Plains, the small Georgia town where Carter was born and to which he returned after his presidency. As a tribute to a lifetime of service, both in political office and in subsequent philanthropic efforts, the stamp ensures that Carter’s image will circulate for years to come.
Kim Carter Fuller, executive director of the Friends of Jimmy Carter, spoke of having a "distinct privilege of a front row seat to his life and legacy," and explained how the release allows Carter’s legacy to be shared daily. The new stamp embodies a lasting tribute that the USPS hopes will serve as a small token of appreciation for a President many remember fondly for his post-presidential humanitarian work. This initiative provides an opportunity for the public to honor Carter’s contributions through a simple, yet profound, piece of everyday Americana, as 11Alive reported.
