MODERN GEORGIA MAYNARD JACKSON In 1973 Maynard Jackson

MAYNARD JACKSON • In 1973, Maynard Jackson made history when he was elected as

ANDREW YOUNG • Andrew Young became well known as a civil rights activist and

ANDREW YOUNG • Young served two successful terms as mayor, where he increased international

JIMMY CARTER – EARLY LIFE • James Earl Carter, Jr. was born on October

James Earl Carter, Jr. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

JIMMY CARTER - SENATOR • Carter began his political career in 1962 when he

JIMMY CARTER - GOVERNOR • In 1970, Jimmy Carter won the governor’s race and

In his inaugural speech, Carter stated, “No poor, rural, weak, or black person should

JIMMY CARTER - GOVERNOR • Carter used his four years in office to restructure

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENT • In the 1976 election, Carter defeated incumbent Republican President

On inauguration day, President Carter and his family walk down Pennsylvania Avenue. © 2015

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Camp David Accord • • For centuries, Arabs and Jews

On 17 th September 1978, Sadat and Begin signed a document entitled "The Framework

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Soviets • • • After Carter exercised his foreign policy

Carter & Brezhnev sign SALT II - 1979 © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Iran Hostage Crisis • Even more damaging for Carter’s presidency

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JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Iran Hostage Crisis • Carter refused the exchange and the

The 52 hostages were released within hours of Carter leaving office. © 2015 Brain

JIMMY CARTER – POST PRESIDENCY • While his approval ratings may not have been

JIMMY CARTER – POST PRESIDENCY Nobel Peace Prize • For his dedication to humanitarian

Jimmy Carter receives Nobel Peace Prize. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES • 1996 Olympics begin • In 1996, Atlanta hosted the

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES • Existing sports venues were expanded and additional venues were

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Atlanta Olympic Stadium © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES The Impact • The city of Atlanta and the entire

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES The Benefits • New jobs and facilities were created throughout

How did the 1996 Olympics affect Atlanta and the state of Georgia? Economic Growth

GEORGIA’S NATIONAL AND GLOBAL ECONOMY Tourism has become a important industry in Georgia’s beautiful

GEORGIA’S NATIONAL AND GLOBAL ECONOMY Georgia’s film industry has greatly expanded over the past

Catch It! Write down three things that caught your attention from today’s lesson in

Year TIME Draw an illustration of Maynard Jackson, Andrew Young, or Jimmy Carter (or

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MODERN GEORGIA

MAYNARD JACKSON • In 1973, Maynard Jackson made history when he was elected as Atlanta’s first African American mayor. • As mayor, Jackson made sure that minority businesses received a fair share of city contracts, often upsetting established white business owners. • Under his leadership, MARTA (Atlanta’s mass transit system) began running and Hartsfield Airport added a new international terminal that helped the economy. • The city of Atlanta added his name to the airport in 2003: Hartsfield. Jackson Airport.

MAYNARD JACKSON

ANDREW YOUNG • Andrew Young became well known as a civil rights activist and aide to Martin Luther King, Jr. • In 1972, he won a seat in Congress and was Georgia’s first African American representative to the House since Reconstruction. • In 1977, President Carter appointed Young to be America’s ambassador to the United Nations. • In 1981, he succeeded Jackson as Atlanta’s mayor.

ANDREW YOUNG • Young served two successful terms as mayor, where he increased international investment in the city and brought the 1988 Democratic Convention to Georgia. • He ran for governor in 1990, but lost to Zell Miller. • Young played a key role in bringing the 1996 Olympic Games to Atlanta.

JIMMY CARTER – EARLY LIFE • James Earl Carter, Jr. was born on October 1, 1924 in Plains, Georgia. • Carter had a military career in the Navy, but returned home to Plains after his father passed away. • Jimmy, his wife Rosalynn, and their four kids managed the family peanut farm.

JIMMY CARTER - SENATOR • Carter began his political career in 1962 when he won the state senate position for the 14 th District of Georgia. • He served two terms in the State Senate and promoted the need for reorganizing Georgia’s system while in office.

JIMMY CARTER - GOVERNOR • In 1970, Jimmy Carter won the governor’s race and quickly began to create a “new Georgia”. • In his inaugural address, he informed Georgians that it was time for segregation to end. • Carter favored integration and often butted heads with his lieutenant governor, Lester Maddox, over promoting civil rights.

In his inaugural speech, Carter stated, “No poor, rural, weak, or black person should ever have to bear the additional burden of being deprived of the opportunity of an education, a job, or simple justice. ” © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

JIMMY CARTER - GOVERNOR • Carter used his four years in office to restructure the entire state government and completely change the format of the state budget. • He also pushed for reforms of Georgia’s education, mental health, and criminal justice systems. • Carter also favored business and industrial growth in Georgia.

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENT • In the 1976 election, Carter defeated incumbent Republican President Gerald Ford to become the 39 th president of the United States. • President Carter served from 1977 to 1981 and created several new programs and departments that are still a fundamental part of the federal government today.

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Camp David Accord • • For centuries, Arabs and Jews have fought over land in the Middle East. President Carter invited Egypt’s president and Israel’s prime minister to Camp David (the president’s personal retreat) to try to work out a peace agreement. On September 17, 1978, the leaders negotiated a peace treaty and signed the Camp David Accords. Many saw this as a diplomatic miracle and Carter was given credit for his role in negotiating the agreement.

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Soviets • • • After Carter exercised his foreign policy in the Middle East, he established the SALT II nuclear limitation treaty with the Soviet Union which limited the number of nuclear weapons held by the US and the USSR. Not long after agreeing to the terms, the Soviets ignored the agreement and invaded Afghanistan. President Carter responded with a grain embargo and a boycott of the 1980 Olympic Games in Moscow; however, many Americans questioned whether he was capable of being tough enough with the Soviets.

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Iran Hostage Crisis • Even more damaging for Carter’s presidency was the Iran Hostage Crisis. • In 1979, Iranian students captured the US embassy in Tehran and took those inside hostage. • The students were angry at Carter for allowing Iran’s former leader to enter the US for medical treatment. • They demanded the Shah be returned to Iran in exchange for the hostages.

JIMMY CARTER - PRESIDENCY Iran Hostage Crisis • Carter refused the exchange and the crisis continued. • Five months later, Carter authorized a rescue attempt that failed when a military helicopter crashed into a transport plane, killing several US soldiers. • Americans were angry and blamed President Carter for not taking better control of the event. • When Carter lost the 1980 election, the Iranians agreed to let the hostages go.

JIMMY CARTER – POST PRESIDENCY • While his approval ratings may not have been high as president, Carter has become one of the most admired ex-presidents in history. • Carter has worked to promote democracy and human rights around the world, and has often been called on to represent the US in diplomatic efforts. • He built the Carter Center in Atlanta in 1982, and it works to fight diseases and starvation throughout the world. • The Center has also monitored over 80 elections in 34 countries to ensure fair and balanced results and provided additional assistance to the democratic process.

JIMMY CARTER – POST PRESIDENCY Nobel Peace Prize • For his dedication to humanitarian efforts and ending international conflict, Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. • The award is given to the person whose work has most benefited mankind. Jimmy Carter Mini Biography

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES • 1996 Olympics begin • In 1996, Atlanta hosted the Centennial Summer Olympic Games. • The festivities not only honored the hundredth anniversary of the modern Olympics but also brought recognition and investment to Georgia from all over the world. • With the opening of the Games, Atlanta welcomed 197 nations, as well as countless spectators to the city.

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES • Existing sports venues were expanded and additional venues were constructed not only throughout the city, but also throughout the state and other surrounding states. • Downtown Atlanta was revamped with new sidewalks, trees, and lights, and the 21 -acre Centennial Park was developed in the heart of the city. • The Olympic Stadium became the new home for the Atlanta Braves. • New dormitories were built for Olympic athletes and are now used by state universities.

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES The Impact • The city of Atlanta and the entire state of Georgia benefitted economically from hosting the Olympics. • The estimated impact of the Olympics on Atlanta was over five billion dollars, and much of Georgia’s economic fortune today is a result of the Centennial Olympic games. • The Olympics also established Atlanta’s reputation as a excellent place for tourism, commerce, and sports.

1996 ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES The Benefits • New jobs and facilities were created throughout the state for the Olympics. • The government increased its revenue through taxes, which was then spent on providing services and programs for Georgia’s citizens. • Since the Olympics, many businesses have relocated to Georgia to take advantage of Atlanta being an international city.

GEORGIA’S NATIONAL AND GLOBAL ECONOMY Tourism has become a important industry in Georgia’s beautiful physical features and Atlanta’s city life has made Georgia a fun place for people to vacation. Savannah’s port expansion has made it one of the fastest growing ports in the U. S. This port provides jobs and processes imports and exports from places all over the world.

GEORGIA’S NATIONAL AND GLOBAL ECONOMY Georgia’s film industry has greatly expanded over the past 10 years. It is the 3 rd most popular place in the U. S. to film. Savannah College of Art and Design has graduates in the industry. Georgia’s geography, economy, and airport make it a desirable place for studios. Georgia's Special Events

Year TIME Draw an illustration of Maynard Jackson, Andrew Young, or Jimmy Carter (or of something that he’s known for). Man of the Year Write a description that includes who the person is and why he was selected as the Man of the Year. Write a short caption that includes the person’s name & what he’s known for. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles