President Joe Biden will travel to Georgia to celebrate the life of Rosalynn Carter, former First Lady of the United States, who passed away in April 2021. In a statement released by the White House, President Biden said, “I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Rosalynn Carter. I join the Carter family and the American People in mourning the loss of an incredible woman, an incredible wife, an incredible mother, an incredible American, and an inspiration to us all.”
Biden will be accompanied by First Lady Jill Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the remembrance ceremony which will take place on Thursday, June 17th. The tribute will be held at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta and will include remarks from the President, the Vice President, and members of the Carter family.
Mrs. Carter, who was a lifelong advocate for issues such as Mental Health Reform, was the wife of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. She had been ill for several weeks prior to her death, and her passing was mourned by many Americans, including the Bidens.
As people around the world honor Mrs. Carter’s life and legacy, Biden’s attendance at the tribute is a powerful reminder of the couple’s long-standing friendship with the Carters and commitment to important causes.
Not only that, the ceremony serves as an opportunity for Biden to demonstrate his own support of mental health reform, an issue championed by the late first lady. During his tenure, Biden has promised to increase investment in mental health care services and make sure that such treatment is accessible to all Americans, regardless of their financial status.
The President’s presence in Georgia is another demonstration of his character and willingness to show his solidarity in times of tragedy. Biden has long praised Mrs. Carter’s work and belief that every human life is precious, and his actions reflect his respect for the legacy she leaves behind.