POLITICAL WORLD REACTS TO DEATH OF GEORGE H.W. BUSH
“President George H.W. Bush will always be remembered for the hallmark humility, dignity and grace with which he served our nation . . . When
I was elected to Congress and placed on the
Ways and Means Committee, President Bush called me — a rookie congressman who helped end his bid for re-election 10 years prior — to tell me how much he thought I would enjoy the post and the work. That’s who President Bush was as a person and a patriot, and that is how he will forever be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bush family, and a grateful nation, as we honor President Bush’s life of service to our country.”
Mayor Rahm Emanuel
“Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service — to be, in his words, “a thousand points of light” illuminating the greatness, hope, and opportunity of America to the world.”
President Donald Trump
“George H.W. Bush’s life is a testament to the notion that public service is a noble, joyous calling. And he did tremendous good along the journey.”
Former President Barack Obama
“I will be forever grateful for the friendship we formed . . . . I was struck by . . . his innate and genuine decency . . .”
Former President Bill Clinton
“We didn’t agree much on domestic policy, but when it came to the international side of things, he was a very wise and thoughtful man.” Michael Dukakis
He “was a man of the highest character. The entire Bush family is deeply grateful for 41’s life and love, for the compassion of those who have cared and prayed for Dad.” Former President George W. Bush