Governor Wes Moore issued the following statement on Sunday, December 29:
“The First Lady and I are saddened to hear of the passing of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter.
After graduating from the Naval Academy in Annapolis in 1946 and serving as a naval officer, he began his service in government, first serving in Georgia’s State Senate and then serving as Governor before becoming President.
In addition to his extraordinary service to this country, President Carter was awarded the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize for his work advocating for international peace, democracy, human rights, and economic and social development.
President Carter and his work made the world a better place and his legacy will be remembered by generations.
Please join us in honoring his service to our country.“
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