New York State Bar Association Mourns Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter

Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the death of former President Jimmy Carter:

“The New York State Bar Association mourns the passing of Jimmy Carter at 100 years old. Our longest-lived president leaves a long legacy of service to this country and its citizens. From his beginnings as a humble peanut farmer to his service in the U.S. Navy – including a course in nuclear power plant operation at Union College in Schenectady, New York – he dedicated his life to civil service.

As president, Jimmy Carter led the way on protecting the environment and human rights. Even after his presidency, he dedicated himself to the well-being of all people — including building homes for Habitat for Humanity in his home state of Georgia and championing global diplomacy. His Carter Center successfully led an international effort to eradicate Guinea-worm disease.

President Carter’s commitment to democracy and global health is an inspiration to us all. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.”