Virginia leaders react to the death of Jimmy Carter
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Several Virginia leaders took to social media on Sunday, releasing statements in response to the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at the age of 100. Governor Glenn Youngkin posted on the social media platform X about processing the news alongside his wife: "Suzanne and I join our nation to mourn the passing of Jimmy Carter, a devoted public servant and 39th President. He served our country in the Navy, as a Georgia state senator, and as the Governor of Georgia. We are praying for the Carter family during this difficult time. His faith was always inspiring to others, may he rest in peace." -- Gov. Youngkin Former Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe credited Carter with helping him at the beginning of his political career: "My first job in politics was for President Carter 45 years ago. It’s been an honor and a privilege to know such a hardworking, decent, honorable man who led with his heart. RIP to one of the greatest." -- Terry McAuliffe Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears spoke in detail about Carter's time in office and the causes he pursued: "We pray for the peace of the Lord to be with former President Jimmy Carter and his family. We are deeply grateful for his years of sacrifice, including his tireless work building homes through Habitat for Humanity and his dedication to supporting the incarcerated. We also honor his service to our country, especially his years in the United States Navy." -- Winsome Earle-Sears Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger also spoke to the the achievements of Carter in his personal and professional life: "President Carter lived a profound life of public service. He was an honorable leader, a champion for human rights, and a man of faith who truly believed in the dignity of every person. Adam and I are holding his family in our prayers as we remember his remarkable life." -- Abigail Spanberger
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Several Virginia leaders took to social media on Sunday, releasing statements in response to the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at the age of 100.
Governor Glenn Youngkin posted on the social media platform X about processing the news alongside his wife:
"Suzanne and I join our nation to mourn the passing of Jimmy Carter, a devoted public servant and 39th President. He served our country in the Navy, as a Georgia state senator, and as the Governor of Georgia. We are praying for the Carter family during this difficult time. His faith was always inspiring to others, may he rest in peace." -- Gov. Youngkin
Former Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe credited Carter with helping him at the beginning of his political career:
"My first job in politics was for President Carter 45 years ago. It’s been an honor and a privilege to know such a hardworking, decent, honorable man who led with his heart. RIP to one of the greatest." -- Terry McAuliffe
Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears spoke in detail about Carter's time in office and the causes he pursued:
"We pray for the peace of the Lord to be with former President Jimmy Carter and his family. We are deeply grateful for his years of sacrifice, including his tireless work building homes through Habitat for Humanity and his dedication to supporting the incarcerated. We also honor his service to our country, especially his years in the United States Navy." -- Winsome Earle-Sears
Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger also spoke to the the achievements of Carter in his personal and professional life:
"President Carter lived a profound life of public service. He was an honorable leader, a champion for human rights, and a man of faith who truly believed in the dignity of every person. Adam and I are holding his family in our prayers as we remember his remarkable life." -- Abigail Spanberger
