Jimmy Carter: “It's a distinct honor for me to be here, to recognize this remarkable group of Americans.”

We look on human rights as an ability to live in peace. And to believe that your future will be better than your past might be.

I fear for our democracy.

There's only one chance and one life to count for something. And my faith tells me, or my faith demands, that I use whatever I have whenever I can, to make a difference in people's lives.

Our great nation now teeters on the brink of a widening abyss. Without immediate action, we are at genuine risk of civil conflict and losing our precious democracy.