On Thursday, January 9, 2025, a National Day of Mourning was declared for Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, who passed away on December 29, 2024. Some public places in the country will remain closed, but what will happen with schools?
What is a National Day of Mourning?
A National Day of Mourning is a period, which may last one or more days, officially established by the government to honor and remember one or more deaths significant to the public opinion of the country.
The death of a former president of the United States has traditionally been a reason for a National Day of Mourning. The most recent case occurred in December 2018, when a day of mourning was declared following the death of George H.W. Bush, who served as president from 1989 to 1993.
This day of mourning is not reserved solely for presidents. Other notable figures have also been honored in this way. For example, in 1968, after the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, National Days of Mourning were proclaimed to pay tribute to their lives and legacies.
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Will schools be open on the National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter?
On Thursday, some schools across the country will remain closed, while others have decided to operate as usual, so it is recommended to check with each school.
National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter: What will be closed?
The federal government will be closed on January 9, 2025, for President Carter’s funeral. The New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ have also announced that they will be closed on January 9 for stock trading.
The Supreme Court, federal courts, and the Library of Congress will also be closed. Additionally, all post offices will be closed, and no mail will be delivered; however, there will be limited package delivery service that day.
What places will remain open during the National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter?
Banks and other businesses are not required to close on Thursday, January 9. The Depository Trust Company has announced that it and its subsidiaries will be open for cash and securities settlements. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York has reported that there will be no changes to the planned operations of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Open Market Desk.
Additionally, the National Park Service has stated that its parks and visitor centers will be open and available, although administrative offices will be closed that day.
Who was Jimmy Carter?
Jimmy Carter was born on October 1, 1924, in the small farming town of Plains, Georgia, and grew up in the nearby community of Archery. On July 7, 1946, he married Rosalynn Smith Carter.
Carter was a prominent American politician and humanitarian, known for his commitment to peace and human rights. Before becoming President of the United States, he served as Governor of Georgia from 1971 to 1975 and was a senator in the Georgia General Assembly from 1962 to 1966. In 1981, Carter sought re-election as president but was defeated by Ronald Reagan.
His humanitarian efforts earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, in recognition of his decades of tireless work to promote peaceful solutions to international conflicts.
How old was Jimmy Carter when he died?
Carter was 100 years old at the time of his death.
What did Jimmy Carter die from?
According to reports, the former U.S. President passed away due to natural causes; however, in August 2015, he underwent surgery to remove a tumor from his liver. Later, it was revealed that cancer had spread to other organs.
