Global leaders mourn the death of Jimmy Carter
Before his death, Carter told his son, Chip, “I’m just trying to vote for Kamala Harris,” according to a report from The Washington Post. Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In October 2024, he cast his last vote by absentee ballot.
President-elect Donald Trump
“Those of us fortunate enough to serve as President understand that this is a very exclusive club and that only we can relate to the enormous responsibility of leading the greatest Nation in history. history,” the President-elect said. Donald Trump wrote on Truth Society Sunday.
Trump had previously ridiculed Carter on the campaign trail, and the 39th president as one outspoken critic of 45.
Late Sunday, Trump posted again about Carter’s death.
“President Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100. Although I strongly disagreed with him philosophically and politically, I also realized that he truly loved and respected our Country and all of us. everything it represents. He worked hard to make America a better place and for that I have the highest respect for him. He was a truly good man and will of course be greatly missed.”
Vice President-elect JD Vance
“Jimmy Carter devoted his life to serving this country. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. May he rest in peace,” Ohio Senator and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance wrote on X, formerly Twitter, above Trump’s statement.
Former President Barack Obama
“Elected in the shadow of Watergate, Jimmy Carter promised voters he would always tell the truth. And he did — in favor of the public interest, consequences be damned,” the former president Barack Obama wrote in a statement on Medium. “He believes that some things are more important than running for reelection — things like integrity, respect and compassion.”
“Maranatha Baptist Church will be a little quieter on Sunday, but President Carter will never be far away – buried with Rosalynn beside the willow tree at the end of the street, his memory calls us all to pay attention. Pay attention to your better angels,” he continued. Anecdotal story about Carter teaching Sunday school at a Plains, Georgia church.
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
“Hillary and I mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter and give thanks for his long and good life. Guided by his faith, President Carter lived to serve others—until the end,” Bill Clinton wroteadded, “Hillary and I met President Carter in 1975 and were proud, early supporters of his Presidential campaign. I will always be proud to have awarded him and Rosalynn the Medal of Freedom in 1999, and to have worked with him in the years after he left the White House.”
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer
“President Carter’s faith in the American people and his belief in the power of kindness and humility left a powerful legacy. He taught us that the power of a leader lies not in words but in actions, not in personal gain but in service to others.” Chuck SchumerSenate majority leader, wrote in a statement Sunday, praising Carter’s work with Habitat for Humanity.
House Speaker Mike Johnson
“President Carter’s story is one of humble beginnings and his life is a testament to the countless opportunities available in this great country,” said the House Speaker. Mike Johnson wrote about X. “Because of his work brokering the Camp David Accords and his support of Habitat for Humanity,” he added, “the world is a more peaceful place and more Americans have a place to called home. No one can deny that President Carter led a life of extraordinary service to his country.”
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
“As President, his work to restore political integrity during a difficult chapter in our history is a testament to his steadfast belief in the sanctity of the common good. public, which he always puts above his own interests,” Rep Nancy Pelosi wrote added, “President Carter’s love for his wife, First Lady Rosalynn Carter, is immortal. Their good relationship and cooperative service is a miracle to behold. May it be a comfort to their children, Jack, Chip, Jeff and Amy, as well as the entire Carter family, as so many mourn their loss and are praying for them at this time of pain. This is sad.”
Former Vice President Al Gore
Former Vice President Al Gore wrote that Jimmy Carter “is resolutely committed to building a world that is more peaceful, safer, more just, and a cleaner environment.”
