FILE - Former President Jimmy Carter poses for a portrait during the Toronto International Film Festival, Sept. 10, 2007, in Toronto. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong have ordered all U.S. and state flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings to honor former President Jimmy Carter.
Carter died on Sunday at the age of 100.
“President Carter defined what it means to be a servant leader. He fought for our democracy, our climate, humanity, and civil rights around the world,” Walz said.
Armstrong said Carter’s service extended well beyond the White House.
“He became known for his post-presidency work on human rights and international diplomacy, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002,” Armstrong said.
Flags will be lowered from sunrise Monday until sunset Jan. 29.
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