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Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away at the age of 100 on Sunday.
Numerous Americans are honoring the farmer and former one-term governor of Georgia, emphasizing his honesty and dedication to humanity.
During his presidential campaign, Carter was often seen flying in “Peanut One” while on the trail — a nod to his modest beginnings as a peanut farmer.
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Delta Air Lines shared a tribute for the deceased president along with a video on X.
During his presidential campaign, Carter was often seen flying in “Peanut One” while on the trail, a reminder of his modest beginnings as a peanut farmer. (Photo by Tony Korody/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images)
“Each time Jimmy Carter flew Delta, he greeted every individual on the plane. Because that’s who he was — a person who regarded others as individuals,” the post stated.
Video captured by a Delta passenger displays President Carter welcoming fellow travelers, shaking hands with all on board.
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“Today we commemorate his life – a wonderful friend, family man, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and leader who demonstrated to us all how to properly treat those around us,” Delta’s post further noted.
Carter was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. (Library of Congress/Thomas J. O’Halloran/Handout via REUTERS )
Carter received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his endeavors to seek peaceful resolutions in international disputes, mediating peace between Israel and Egypt and engaging in humanitarian projects.
Delta Air Lines paid respect to the late president by posting a video on X showing Carter shaking hands with fellow passengers “every time.” (James S., Delta customer)
Delta CEO Ed Bastian published a tribute to President Carter on LinkedIn, accentuating Carter’s “life dedicated to serving others.”
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“While the world will long remember his numerous contributions to democracy, I will also recall the countless days he devoted to Habitat for Humanity International builds globally, and the time he spent shaking the hands of every single Delta customer and employee when he flew with us,” Bastian’s post expressed.
President Jimmy Carter is remembered by Americans as Delta (airline not shown) shared a video of the former President engaging with passengers. (ADALBERTO ROQUE/AFP via Getty Images)
He continued, “There is much we can learn from his kindness, empathy, and humility. He and [his wife] Rosalynn meant an immense amount to all of us at Delta Air Lines and will be deeply missed.”
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“Their legacy persists through the remarkable work of The Carter Center and in the hearts of all those they’ve influenced,” Bastian wrote.
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