Washington - Business Roundtable CEO Joshua Bolten today released the following statement on the passing of President Jimmy Carter:

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of President Jimmy Carter, whose lifelong commitment to promoting democracy, peace and basic human rights is an inspiration for Americans. Business Roundtable is honored to have worked with President Carter in our formative days to restore faith in government institutions, advance sound fiscal policies and protect Social Security. Our thoughts are with President Carter’s family and loved ones.”