Carter's death spurs outpouring of tributes from state leaders of both parties: 'A servant's heart'

Former President Jimmy Carter, the first U.S. commander-in-chief to reach the age of 100, was fondly remembered by state leaders across the political spectrum after his passing.

Georgia Republican Gov. Brian Kemp said in a statement that he, first lady Marty Kemp and their children "join all Georgians and the entire nation in mourning the loss of former President Jimmy Carter."

"As the only American president thus far to come from Georgia, he showed the world the impact our state and its people have on the country.