SACRAMENTO — California lawmakers expressed their condolences Sunday after former President Carter died at the age of 100. He is remembered for his role in the post-Watergate world and for leaving behind one of the most important legacies in history after taking office.

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi: “Today, our nation and the world lost a leader who exemplified dignity, civility, grace and goodness.” said. “Paul and I mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter and give thanks for his sacred life of public service and dedication to peace.”

Vice President Kamala Harris said she will always remember his “kindness, wisdom and deep grace.”

“His life and legacy continue to inspire me and will continue to inspire generations to come. Our world is a better place because of President Carter,” she said. . statement.

Carter, the 39th president of the United States and a Nobel Peace Prize winner, lost re-election in 1980 and ended his presidency in a precarious situation. He has built a memorable legacy. through the Department of Energy he created.

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn said Carter left a mark on the community through his work building low-income housing with Habitat for Humanity when he was a City Council member. Together, she and Carter worked on projects such as; built 16 houses For low income families in San Pedro.

Governor Gavin Newsom called The late president was “a man of rare character.”

“He saw the common humanity in all of us: building bridges between people of different faiths and sects abroad while working to meet the needs of people at home.” said Newsom. “Despite daunting challenges and difficult times, his upbeat energy and spirit never wavered.”

Former California Governor Jerry Brown was a challenger to President Carter in 1976 and again in 1980 and campaigned vigorously against him. But he told the San Francisco Chronicle there was no ill will between them and that Carter later invited him to spend the night in the Lincoln Bedroom at the White House. The former governor praised Carter as “conscientious” and said he had “true moral values.”

Carter, who will be remembered as a “champion of clean energy, a staunch defender of democracy, and a fundamentally decent person,” was also remembered by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), who issued a statement Sunday. did.

“His lifelong dedication to service guided us through turbulent times, and he left a shining example of how to treat each other better,” he said.

Sen. Adam B. Schiff (D-Calif.) said Mr. Carter is “respected for his tireless pursuit of duty, his uncompromising dignity, and his dedication to our common humanity.” .

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass mourned Carter’s death, saying she was “lucky” to sit down and talk with the former president several years ago.

“I cherish the conversations we had and am grateful for his wisdom and guidance,” she said. “Our deepest sympathies go out to the entire Carter family and his loved ones on this difficult day.”

Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) said she was “saddened” and said Carter was an inspiration to “her and countless others.”

President Biden was scheduled to speak about the late president’s death on CNN Sunday night.