Here’s how some Cobb and Georgia elected officials responded to the death of President H.W. Bush, who passed away Friday at the age of 94:
U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-East Cobb), who worked with Bush on education legislation during Isakson’s time in the U.S. House. The 41st president also campaigned for Isakson:
“America and the world will miss and mourn the life and service of George H.W. Bush. President and Mrs. Bush were and always will be an unforgettable first family. I was honored to serve and work with them. Dianne and I extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to the
Bush family.”
U.S. Sen. David Perdue (R-Warner Robins):
Bonnie and I join Georgians and all Americans in mourning the loss of President George H.W. Bush.
As a World War II veteran, member of Congress, CIA Director, Ambassador, Vice President, and ultimately our 41st Commander in Chief, President Bush dedicated his life to serving the United States of America. He was a skilled leader whose dedication to our nation was tireless during some of our most trying times.
Both George and Barbara Bush had an unmatched love for America. Bonnie and I both send heartfelt prayers to President George W. Bush and the entire Bush family during this time.
U.S. Rep. Karen Handel (R-Roswell):
George H.W. Bush was a statesman and patriot who dedicated his life to our country. Our nation’s last World War II veteran to serve as Commander and Chief, President Bush will be remembered as one of our nation’s greatest leaders and problem solvers.
It was an honor to have had the privilege of serving in his Administration, and through President Bush, I learned that any successful life had to include giving back and serving others. He instilled in me my desire to serve.
One thing that President Bush said has stayed with me all these years: “No problem of human making is too great to be overcome by human ingenuity, human energy, and the untiring hope of the human spirit.” Steve and I extend our deepest condolences to the Bush family. RIP President George H.W. Bush.
U.S. Rep.-elect Lucy McBath (D-Marietta):
HW Bush’s leadership and love for his country is unquestioned. I am praying for the entire Bush family, and I hope that myself and fellow congresspeople will follow his examples of leadership.
Former President Jimmy Carter:
Rosalynn and I are deeply saddened by the death of former President George H.W. Bush. His administration was marked by grace, civility, and social conscience. Through his Points of Light initiative and other projects, he espoused a uniquely American volunteer spirit, fostering bipartisan support for citizen service and inspiring millions to embrace community volunteerism as a cherished responsibility. We again extend our heartfelt condolences to the Bush family.
Gov. Nathan Deal has ordered the American flags at all state buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff through Dec. 30:
President George H.W. Bush was an honorable man and a proud American whose character and generous spirit helped to change our nation indelibly and for the better. His devotion to the country he nobly fought for and led was matched only by his profound love of family.
While all Georgians join in grieving this national loss, we are comforted in knowing that President Bush is reunited with his beloved Barbara. Sandra and I send our deepest condolences to the Bush family and to all those fortunate enough to have known him.
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