President Biden Honors Jimmy Carter’s Legacy of Decency and Leadership
Source: japantimes.co.jp Flags Lowered and National Day of Mourning Declared President Joe Biden has directed U.S. flags on all federal buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff for 30 days in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100. Biden has also designated January 9 as a National Day of Mourning to commemorate the life and contributions of the 39th president. Speaking from St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, where he is vacationing, Biden expressed profound admiration for Carter, describing him as a leader defined by “simple decency” and a life measured by impactful actions rather than words. Biden highlighted Carter’s compassionate support during personal tragedies, including when Biden’s son Beau succumbed to cancer. “Jimmy knew the ravages of the disease too well,” Biden noted, recalling Carter’s own battle with brain cancer, which went into remission in 2015. Reflecting on Carter’s Enduring Values In his tribute, Biden ...