WASHINGTON – December 29, 2024 – America’s Public Television Stations president and chief executive officer Kate Riley today issued the following statement on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter:
“With all of our fellow citizens, we at America’s Public Television Stations mourn the passing of President Carter, whose support for public broadcasting in our early years was instrumental in our development as an important national educational and cultural institution.
“His long post-presidency was distinguished by an active and abiding commitment to serve, whether building houses for the poor, eradicating diseases in the developing world or teaching Sunday school.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to his family, and we celebrate a long life exceptionally well lived.”
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