He is such an inspiration,' she said. 'Devoted his whole life to public service. 'This man moves humanity forward every single day.
Kennedy and former first lady of California, said he was an example to all. 'Prayers and gratitude and love for this fine person who has given the world so very much,' she said.
'May you continue your journey with grace and dignity, and God grant you peace.'Īctress and activist Mia Farrow tweeted a long thread praising his life's work, noting in particular his role with housing charity Habitat for Humanity and his efforts to improve access to healthcare in the developing world. On Sunday, US President Joe Biden also paid tribute to fellow Democrat Carter, 98, writing on Twitter: 'We admire you for the strength and humility you have shown in difficult times. Sheila Jackson Lee called him an 'American treasure and icon' who showed a 'consciousness of caring', and posted an image of a 95-year-old bruised and battered Carter helping to build homes with the NGO Habitat for Humanity.įormer Democratic senator Al Franken simply stated Carter was the 'greatest ex-president by far', while political commentator and comedian Jon Stewart described him as 'one of the kindest and most thoughtful people I've ever had the honor of meeting.
Tributes and well-wishes have flooded in for former US President Jimmy Carter who on Saturday announced he declined ongoing medical treatment and would enter palliative care at home alongside his wife Rosalynn.Ĭarter, the 39th President of the United States who led the nation from 1977 to 1981, courted praise from both sides of the political spectrum and was lauded for his unwavering commitment to public service well after his time in office.
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