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We join the nation in mourning the death of former President Jimmy Carter, whose dedication to public service and humanitarian work has left an indelible mark on our nation.
With his support, Congress passed the milestone Civil Service Reform Act of 1978, protecting the non-partisan civil service and declaring that federal sector collective bargaining is in the public interest. In today’s political climate, this landmark reform establishes that federal employees are hired and promoted based on talent, not cronyism, and stands as one of our nation’s most important guardrails against the threat of partisan loyalty. We will remember President Carter for his selflessness and lifelong service to our country.