WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) issued the following statement on the passing of James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr., 100, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 and went on to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002:

“From the Naval Academy to the White House to Habitat for Humanity, Jimmy Carter led a life of public service and personal integrity.  He and his late, beloved wife, Rosalyn, were true champions for human rights, peace, and democracy.  Whether it was serving in the Navy or in office, President Carter dedicated his life to public service.  He was ahead of his time on issues like climate change, clean energy, and environmental conservation.  Jimmy Carter was a man of uncommon principle, compassion, caring, kindness, and faith who truly lived his values and made the world a better place.”