In an early birthday message launched by the White Home, President Joe Biden touched on how this may be Jimmy’s first birthday with out his spouse of 77 years by his facet.
He mentioned: “It is bittersweet, however we additionally know she’s at all times with you. She’s in your coronary heart; she’ll by no means go away.”
The president additionally praised Carter as at all times being a “ethical pressure for our nation and the world”.
Joe famous Jimmy’s dedication to “resolving conflicts, advancing democracy, stopping illness, and a lot extra”.
He went on to consult with Jimmy as a “beloved good friend”.
The present president wrote: “Put merely, Mr President, I like you so darn a lot.”