Gov. Evers Releases Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away today, December 29, 2024, at the age of 100.
“Former President Carter was a committed and dedicated advocate for peace, human rights, and treating others with dignity, decency, and respect—qualities that earned him respect and admiration from many across our country and around the world. He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of humanitarian and public health achievements not only during and throughout his presidency but beyond it, as well,” said Gov. Evers. “Kathy and I extend our sympathies to former President Carter’s family and loved ones and wish them peace during this time.”
Former President Carter served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, and upon his death, he was the longest-living former American president in the nation’s history. Former President Carter is remembered for several notable achievements during his time in office, including his work to broker the Camp David Accords, his leadership in addressing climate change and investing in solar energy research, and his commitment to equity and inclusion and appointing more women and people of color to positions in the federal government.
Throughout his presidency and his subsequent philanthropic efforts, former President Carter was also widely recognized for his steadfast commitment to human rights and public health, working to eradicate infectious diseases and promote peace and democracy across the globe. In 2002, former President Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work.
A forthcoming executive order will lower the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to half-staff across the state in conjunction with federal law at 4 U.S.C. § 7(m), which provides that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff for thirty days following the death of a former president of the United States.
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