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Mississippi officials react to death of former President George H.W. Bush
By Annie Johnson
MISSISSIPPI (WLOX) - After receiving the devastating news that former President George H. W. Bush died Friday night, several Mississippi leaders released their own reaction to the news.
Governor Phil Bryant tweeted around 8:18 a.m. describing Bush as a war hero, statesman, and our 41st president.
@PhilBryantMS
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of President George H.W. Bush. He was a war hero, statesman, and our 41st president. Today, the nation & MS celebrate the life & service of this great American. He & Barbara are once more together walking the streets of glory.
9:18 AM - 1 Dec 2018
Governor Bryant ordered all U.S. and MS flags be flown at half-staff beginning immediately for 30 days in Bush’s honor.
@PhilBryantMS
I am ordering that all United States and State of Mississippi flags be flown at half-staff on all grounds of the State of Mississippi beginning immediately for 30 days due to the death of former President George H.W. Bush.
10:14 AM - 1 Dec 2018
U.S. Senator for Mississippi Roger Wicker issued the following statement around 9:30 a.m.
“Gayle and I were saddened to learn this morning of the death of one of the greatest statesmen and public servants our nation has ever known. As a naval pilot during World War II, a congressman, ambassador to the United Nations, envoy to China, director of Central Intelligence, Vice President, President, and elder statesman, George Bush devoted his life to our country. The American people are grateful for President Bush’s steady and principled leadership as he oversaw the peaceful conclusion of the Cold War, and led an international coalition to liberate the people of Kuwait. He will also be remembered for his deep faith and wonderful family.
Roger Wicker
U.S. Senator for Mississippi Cindy Hyde-Smith tweeted a remembrance and thanks in honor of Bush saying his life was spent in service to and defense of this great nation.
@SenHydeSmith
President George H.W. Bush's long life was spent in service to and defense of this great nation. He and Barbara Bush encouraged all of us to help each other, to be a point of light to others. What a wonderful example. Thank you, Mr. President.
9:06 AM - 1 Dec 2018
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