The country’s oldest living president died Sunday at the age of 100.
Former President Jimmy Carter was U.S. Navy veteran, a peanut farmer, and Georgia governor before being elected to the nation’s highest office. He oversaw four turbulent years from the White House.
The former president, a Democrat, will be most remembered for his efforts to promote democracy, fight illnesses, build homes for those in need, and resolve diplomatic disputes. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts.
Federal, state, and local politicians reacted to Carter’s death after the news broke.
Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat:
“President Jimmy Carter was a humble, generous, and admirable public servant — both as our President and in his years after as a citizen in service. I’ve ordered flags across the Commonwealth lowered to half-staff in his honor. Lori and I are praying for the Carter family. May his memory be a blessing.”
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, a Democrat:
“Jimmy Carter was a good president, but a great man. Post-politics, he built housing, promoted democracy across the globe, helped to wipe out an endemic disease. Guided by his faith, he devoted his life to public service and his family. Blayre + I are holding them in our prayers.”
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, a Democrat:
“President Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to helping others, during and after his presidency. He was the embodiment of public service, compassionate leadership, and exceptional character. Terese and I send condolences to the Carter family.”
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican:
“President Jimmy Carter’s life was defined by his unwavering commitment to service, faith, and compassion. From his time in the U.S. Navy to his presidency, where he brokered the historic Camp David Accords, he dedicated himself to advancing peace and championing human rights. Even well into his 90s, he remained steadfast in his mission, remarkably continuing to serve through his volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity.
“As we reflect on his extraordinary lifetime of service, I offer my deepest condolences and prayers to the Carter family, wishing them peace and comfort during this difficult time.”
Pennsylvania House Democratic leaders:
“President Carter dedicated his life to serving the American people, from his time as a submariner in the nuclear navy to fighting for equality and civil rights as a Georgia state senator and then as governor.
“As president, he guided the nation past the dark memory of Watergate. Here in Pennsylvania, he was a steady, calming voice during the Three Mile Island crisis. Always an engineer, he was among the first to identify and advance renewable energy policies that, had they been maintained, could have changed the world we live in today.
“After his presidency, he became a world leader once again in the arena of human rights and democracy, for which he was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize, and for decades, he was the face—and the man swinging the hammer—for Habitat for Humanity.
“Please join us in keeping former President Carter’s loved ones in your prayers as our nation mourns together.”
Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie, a Republican:
“Jimmy Carter will not be remembered as one of America’s better presidents, but he was undoubtedly one of the most decent, caring and dedicated public servants in our history. We should all aim to live our lives the way he did.”
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