(Reuters) – World leaders and US politicians reacted to the news that former US President Jimmy Carter, who brokered peace between Israel and Egypt as president and later won the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian work, has died at the age of 100 .
PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN AND FIRST LADY JILL BIDEN
“Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian.
For more than six decades, we had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But what is remarkable about Jimmy Carter is that millions of people across America and the world who never met him also considered him a dear friend.”
THE PRESIDENT-ELECT OF THE USA, DONALD TRUMP
“The challenges Jimmy faced as president came at a crucial time for our country, and he did everything in his power to improve the lives of all Americans. For that, we all owe him a debt of gratitude.
Melania and I are thinking warmly of the Carter family and their loved ones at this difficult time. We invite everyone to keep them in their hearts and prayers.”
FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE USA BILL CLINTON AND FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE HILLARY CLINTON
“From his commitment to civil rights as a state senator and governor of Georgia; to his efforts as president to protect our natural resources in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, make energy conservation a national priority, restore the Panama Canal to Panama, and ensure peace between Egypt and Israel in Camp To David, his efforts at the Carter Center to promote peace, fight disease, and promote democracy; his and Rosalynn’s dedication and hard work at Habitat for Humanity – he worked tirelessly for a better, more just world.”
US SENATOR MITCH MCCONNELL
“Elaine and I join the Senate and the nation in mourning the passing of our 39th President, Jimmy Carter.”
“President Carter served in times of tension and uncertainty, both at home and abroad. But his calm spirit and deep faith seemed unwavering. Jimmy Carter served as our Commander-in-Chief for four years, but for forty years he served as a beloved, humble Sunday School teacher at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia. And his humble devotion leaves us in little doubt which of those two important roles he valued most.”
PRESIDENT OF THE USA REPRESENTATIVE STAGE MIKE JOHNSON
“Today, the thoughts of the American people and the prayers of Congress are lifted up on behalf of the Carter family. President Carter’s story was of humble beginnings, and his life is a testament to the limitless opportunities available in this great nation. Because of his work brokering the Camp David Accords and his advocacy with Habitat for Humanity, the world is a more peaceful place and more Americans have a place to call home. No one can deny that President Carter led an extraordinary life serving his country. May he rest in peace.”
US REPRESENTATIVE MIKE TURNER
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of President Jimmy Carter. President Carter was a man of integrity who was guided by his faith. I join all Americans in saluting President Carter for his lifetime of service, first as a naval officer, then as a senator in the Georgia State Senate, then as governor of Georgia, and finally as president of the United States. I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Carter family.”
US SENATOR MARK WARNER
“President Carter will be remembered for what he built and left behind – a model of late-life service, tireless devotion to family and philanthropy, and a more peaceful world to call home.”
US SENATE MAJORITY WHIP DICK DURBIN
“Jimmy Carter proved that excellence in public service can extend beyond the White House. His life was an inspiration to those of us who aspire to live a life of service.”
