Politicians Mourn, Pay Tribute to Nancy Reagan on Twitter
Reaction has been pouring in to the death of Nancy Reagan, who has passed away today at the age of 94 from congestive heart failure.
Leading the way, her stepson, talk show host Michael Reagan:
I am saddened by the passing of my step mother Nancy Reagan…She is once again with the man she loved.God Bless…
…— Michael Reagan (@ReaganWorld) March 6, 2016
Nancy is where she has always wanted to be with her Ronnie…Now she is at peace…
— Michael Reagan (@ReaganWorld) March 6, 2016
President George W. Bush and his wife Laura released an official statement:
Former President George W. Bush on Nancy Reagan: "Her influence on the White House was complete and lasting." pic.twitter.com/rXgfr4k3RO
— ABC News (@ABC) March 6, 2016
Former First Lady Barbara Bush said:
“Nancy Reagan was totally devoted to President Reagan, and we take comfort that they will be reunited once more. George and I send our prayers and condolences to her family.”
Sen. Ted Cruz, who’s been attempting to pick up the Reagan mantle in his campaign for President remembered the great romance shared between Ronald and Nancy Reagan.
Nancy Reagan will be remembered for her deep passion for this nation and love for her husband, Ronald. The Reagan family is in our prayers.
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) March 6, 2016
GOP front-runner Donald Trump added his thoughts:
Nancy Reagan, the wife of a truly great President, was an amazing woman. She will be missed!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 6, 2016
As did Marco Rubio:
Today our nation mourns the loss of Nancy Reagan, a true example of integrity and grace. My prayers are with the entire Reagan family.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) March 6, 2016
The 2012 Republican candidate for President Mitt Romney said in a Facebook post:
With the passing of Nancy Reagan, we say a final goodbye to the days of Ronald Reagan. With charm, grace, and a passion for America, this couple reminded us of the greatness and the endurance of the American experiment. Some underestimate the influence of a First Lady but from Martha and Abigail through Nancy and beyond, these women have shaped policy, strengthened resolve, and drawn on our better angels. God and Ronnie have finally welcomed a choice soul home.
His fellow Republican candidate for president John McCain said this: “Nancy Reagan was an example to us all of graciousness, loyalty and dignity in good times and bad.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger — like Ronald Reagan, an actor-turned-GOP Governor of California — expressed his grief at the loss of one of his “heroes.”
Nancy Reagan was one of my heroes. She served as First Lady with unbelievable power, class and grace and left her mark on the world. (1/2)
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) March 6, 2016
She's with her Ronnie now, but those of us she left behind will miss her dearly. (2/2)
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) March 6, 2016
And the Democratic candidates also jumped in:
This is a sad day for America. Nancy Reagan had a good heart, and she will be dearly missed. pic.twitter.com/IXbgObtjtd
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) March 6, 2016
Nancy's strength of character was legendary, and her advocacy—especially for Alzheimer's research—was tireless. Praying for her family. -H
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) March 6, 2016
President Obama paid tribute:
"Our former First Lady redefined the role in her time here." —@POTUS and @FLOTUS on the passing of Nancy Reagan pic.twitter.com/sOf2k7qOaR
— White House Archived (@ObamaWhiteHouse) March 6, 2016