"I was raised in the segregated South, right during the civil rights movement, and I always felt like I had to work to stay even."
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About Amy Carter
Amy Carter is the daughter of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter. She became a public figure during her father's presidency in the late 1970s. Amy was known for her independent spirit and unconventional behavior, often attracting media attention for her activism and protests. She later pursued a career in fine arts and social activism.
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