Maine Democratic Party Chair Bev Uhlenhake released the following statement:

“President Jimmy Carter will be remembered for his outstanding character and decades of service to the American people as a naval officer, elected leader, and humanitarian.

“His remarkable legacy includes his support of civil rights as the governor of Georgia, the creation of the U.S. Departments of Energy & Education during his presidency, and his work to support democracy, disaster relief, and disease prevention after leaving office. We extend our deepest condolences to the Carter family.”