Statement by Governor Tommy G. Thompson on the Death of Jerry Falwell
“I join millions of Americans in remembering Jerry Falwell as a religious, educational and cultural leader. A man of boundless energy, he dedicated his life to serving his students, his church and our great nation. Our prayers are with Dr. Falwell’s family in their time of loss.”
STATEMENT BY FORMER GOV. JIM GILMORE ON THE PASSING OF THE REV. JERRY FALWELL
“In the passing of Rev. Jerry Falwell, we have lost someone who brought inspiration and faith to millions of people around the world. Dr Falwell was a close supporter of mine for many years and I was an admirer of his good works. The educational institution he founded, Liberty University, has become a major employer in Virginia and is well regarded by educators from throughout the country. Not only did he inspire people in Virginia and America with his faith based efforts to improve lift up the lives of our citizens, he also has helped people throughout the world with his mission work. We will miss him.”
Rudy Giuliani Remarks from Columbia, South Carolina
New York City - Mayor Rudy Giuliani made the following remarks on the passing of Reverend Jerry Falwell while in Columbia, South Carolina today:
"I express my condolences to his family, Reverend Falwell's family, and to his much larger family ...He was a man who set a direction. He was someone who was not afraid to speak his mind. We all have great respect for him ... he is a person who told you what he thought and you knew where he stood. ... My sympathies and my prayers go out to his family..."
BROWNBACK MOURNS LOSS OF REVEREND JERRY FALWELL
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Sam Brownback today paid his respects to the family, friends and loved ones of Reverend Jerry Falwell.
"Today, America lost a true spiritual leader and a man of great faith in Jerry Falwell. His great words and actions will never be forgotten by the hundreds of thousands of people around the world that his life has touched. Jerry's moral character and principle will forever be remembered deep within my heart and those whose lives were so blessed to be touched by him." Reverend Falwell, who passed away earlier today, was 73 years old.
STATEMENT BY MIKE HUCKABEE ON THE PASSING OF REV. JERRY FALWELL
COLUMBIA, SC Former Governor Mike Huckabee (AR) issued the following statement Tuesday in response to news of the death of The Rev. Jerry Falwell.
"I've known Dr. Falwell since the mid 1970s. I've been to his church and spoke at the university last fall. He was one of Christendoms great leaders who stood by his convictions and never lost his common touch. Many did not know about his sense of humor and compassion for people from all walks of life."
"Dr. Falwell helped spark a conservative movement that renewed our belief in our core values and a new confidence in what is good about America. His efforts helped elect one of Americas greatest leaders, President Ronald Reagan, in 1980. We are deeply indebted to his service to our nation."
GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ON THE
PASSING OF THE REVEREND JERRY FALWELL
Boston, MA - Today, Governor Mitt Romney issued the following statement on the passing of the Reverend Jerry Falwell:
"An American who built and led a movement based on strong principles and strong faith has left us. He will be greatly missed, but the legacy of his important work will continue through his many ministries where he put his faith into action. "Ann and I have had the honor to talk and meet with Reverend Falwell and get to know him as a man of deep personal faith and commitment to helping those around him. He will be forever remembered."
STATEMENT FROM SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain today released the following statement:
"I join the students, faculty, and staff of Liberty University and Americans of all faiths in mourning the loss of Reverend Jerry Falwell. "Dr. Falwell was a man of distinguished accomplishment who devoted his life to serving his faith and country. "Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Falwell's family at this difficult time.
Receives Support from Women Leaders from Across the Country; Announces Agenda to Address Issues Facing Women
Des Moines, Iowa – At a town hall in Des Moines today, Senator John Edwards launched “Women for Edwards” and laid out his agenda to ensure fairness and equality for women. Edwards also received support from 140 national women leaders from across the country, and more than 1,500 women from Iowa. Edwards encouraged women to join Women for Edwards at http://johnedwards.com/women.
“We need to make the idea of America – equality of opportunity, regardless of race, gender or income – real for all Americans,” said Edwards. “Today, too many women are separated from the opportunities of our country because of their gender. We need to ensure fairness and equality for all women and work to lift up working mothers.”
“I believe in John's deep and profound commitment to the issues that matter most in women's lives,” said Kate Michelman, President Emeritus of NARAL Pro-Choice America. “From health care, to Iraq, to poverty, to our environment, I know John is the most effective national messenger for the values we share and I have complete confidence that -- with our help -- he will win the White House and improve the lives of women everywhere.”
Women still make only 77 cents for every dollar earned by men and they are 45 percent more likely to live in poverty. Edwards believes we need to make a commitment to helping working women and strengthening our families. Today, he detailed his plans to improve the lives of women at work and at home. Specifically, Edwards called for:
In addition to Michelman, prominent women leaders endorsing Edwards include Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin and former New Mexico Attorney General Patricia Madrid.
“Too many women are not getting the health care they need,” said Johnson. “John Edwards is the only candidate to outline a specific plan to provide universal coverage and I’m proud to be part of a campaign – the only campaign – with a detailed plan to cover all Americans.”
"John Edwards has laid out detailed proposals to strengthen families and help working women," said Herseth Sandlin. "John Edwards understands the need to prioritize families through good public policy that recognizes the contributions of America's women.
“I am proud to endorse my friend, Senator John Edwards,” said Madrid. “He has always stood to fight for real change in women’s lives – working tirelessly to raise the minimum wage, end poverty and guarantee universal health care.”
Minnesota women leaders endorsing Edwards for president are:
DODD FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES FIRST TV ADS
Ads Running In Iowa, New Hampshire And National Cable To Emphasize Dodd's Call For Action To End War In Iraq Responsibly
Senator and Presidential candidate Chris Dodd today announced his campaign would begin running television advertisements highlighting his plan to bring the war in Iraq to a safe and responsible conclusion. The 30-second advertisements will run in Iowa and New Hampshire as well as on national cable TV stations.
"This ad draws a clear distinction between Senator Dodd and the rest of the Democratic field," said Dodd campaign manager Sheryl Cohen. "Chris Dodd understands that half measures aren't going to change George Bush's course in Iraq, and he's set himself apart by fighting for a plan that would use Congressional power to require the President to safely and responsibly redeploy American troops and bring an end to the war."
The ad highlights the plan Dodd is supporting, which would bring an end to the war by requiring the President to safely and responsibly redeploy all combat troops by March 31, 2008.
Unlike other proposals, Dodd's plan is the only measure which would use the Congressional power of the purse to end the war by a date certain and responsibly redeploy combat troops.
While Dodd supports de-authorization of the war, as seen during the Vietnam War, when the war continued for four years after the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution was de-authorized, he knows it will not bring an end to this conflict. Similarly, while Dodd supports beginning to redeploy combat troops immediately, his plan is responsible in that it does not set an arbitrary number on how many troops would be redeployed today.
Dodd, the only Presidential candidate to have co-sponsored the Feingold-Reid legislation, had indicated that he planned to join Senator Feingold in co-sponsoring a similar measure in the debate on the Iraq Supplemental funding bill.
The ad can be seen at www.chrisdodd.com. The full transcript is below.
"Civil": 30 TV
Chris Dodd for President
Script
CHRIS DODD: Half measures won't stop this president from continuing our involvement in Iraq's civil war. That's why I'm fighting for the only responsible measure in Congress that would take away the President's blank check and set a timetable to bring our troops home.
Unfortunately, my colleagues running for President have not joined me. I'm Chris Dodd. I'm running for President. I approved this message because we can't simply wait for a new President. We should have the conviction to stand up to this one.
