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From Millions to 14: Carter's Guinea Worm Triumph
10/2/2025
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Story summary
- The President and the Dragon chronicles Jimmy Carter's Guinea worm eradication with the Carter Center.
- Guinea worm cases dropped from 3.5 million in 1986 to 14 by 2024.
- It highlights local heroes and volunteers, avoiding a Western savior narrative.
- Waleed Eltayeb aims to inspire hope and unity.
- It emphasizes clean water and education as key tools amid Sudan's conflict.
