SACRAMENTO - Republicans and Democrats alike remembered the 39th president and former Georgia governor for his commitment to service and humanitarian causes.

“President Carter was a man of rare character,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom in a statement Sunday afternoon. “Whose beliefs ran true and ran deep, whose moral compass never wavered. He saw the common humanity in all of us, building bridges between people of different faiths and factions abroad while working to meet the needs of those at home. Despite daunting challenges and trying times, his bright energy and spirit never faltered.” Newsom commended Carter, for whom “service ... was a way of life.”

Vice President Kamala Harris, who earned Carter’s final presidential vote in the November presidential election, honored his “deep and abiding faith” in a statement posted to X Sunday afternoon. “President Jimmy Carter was guided by a deep and abiding faith — in God, in America, and in humanity,” she said. “I had the privilege of knowing President Carter for years. I will always remember his kindness, wisdom, and profound grace. His life and legacy continue to inspire me — and will inspire generations to come.”

Story Date: January 11, 2025