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Former senator says President Reagan helped change the course of the country Saturday, June5, 2004, 10:42 PM Raleigh, North Carolina-AP -- Former Senator Jesse Helms calls the late Ronald Reagan "one of the greatest presidents in the history of our nation." In a statement, Helms says "Ronald Reagan's voice may have been silenced but his vision and principled leadership will forever continue to speak to our future." The former North Carolina Republican senator campaigned with Reagan and served as chairman of the Senate's Foreign Relations Committee during his presidency. He says Reagan "helped to change the course of this country...

Jana/1 The Leader of the Revolution/ statement Tripoli/ 5 Assaif/ Jana The Leader of the Revolution made a statement tonight to Jana news agency in which he said: "I express my profound regrets over Reagan's death before he appears before justice to held to account for his ugly crime in 1986 against Libyan children. / Jamahiriya News Agency/

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass: "On foreign policy he will be honored as the president who won the Cold War, and his 'Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall' will be linked forever with President Kennedy's 'Ich bin ein Berliner.' President Reagan and Nancy were always very gracious to the Kennedy family and they are both very much in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time."

Former White House Chief of Staff, and Secretary of State James A. Baker gave Fox News his memories of Ronald Reagan. "The first thing I want to say is that our hearts go out to the family," but he added that "It's a blessing, given the difficulties of the last seven or eight years." He told Brit Hume, "My thoughts go back to a lot of happy days and a lot getting accomplished." He said that Reagan, "restored America's pride in itself" when he became president. And, as many have also said, Reagan "had the ability to make everybody feel...

Mulroney praises former president as "a giant" and "great friend of Canada" Eilis Quinn Canadian Press June 5, 2004 MONTREAL (CP) - Offering his condolences to the family of Ronald Reagan and the people of the United States, Brian Mulroney praised the former president Saturday as "a giant" and "a great friend of Canada." With the sun setting in the early evening, the former prime minister stood on the steps in front of his Westmount home and lauded Reagan as an "icon" who had earned a special place in history. "Ronald Reagan was a transformational president," Mulroney said. "(He) made...

<p>RICHMOND, Va. - Former President Ronald Reagan was remembered fondly by politicians in both parties Saturday in a state where he enjoyed wide support during his political career.</p> <p>Former Republican National Committee chairman and former Gov. Jim Gilmore called Reagan one of the five greatest presidents of the U.S., and said he was an inspiration for him to enter politics.</p>

Daschle calls Reagan `icon' Undated-AP -- Statement from Senate Democratic leader Tom Daschle: "America has lost an icon. Ronald Reagan's leadership will inspire Americans for generations to come. His patriotism and devotion to our country will never be forgotten. "President Reagan will be forever remembered for his faith, his optimism, and his unwavering commitment to his convictions. "Our thoughts and prayers are with Nancy and their children."

Bill Clinton: "Hillary and I will always remember President Ronald Reagan for the way he personified the indomitable optimism of the American people, and for keeping America at the forefront of the fight for freedom for people everywhere. It is fitting that a piece of the Berlin Wall adorns the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington."

Does anyone have the transcript of the statement by Michael Reagan on his father's passing? I heard it read on Fox News, but cannot find it anywhere.

Sun 6 Jun 2004 12:50am (UK) Bush: Reagan Helped Save the World "PA" President George Bush paid tribute to Ronald Reagan as a great American who “leaves behind a nation he restored and a world he helped save”. He called Reagan’s death yesterday at his home in California “a sad hour in the life of America”. Bush ordered flags flown at half-mast on government buildings for 30 days starting today. Bush, who is in France for ceremonies marking the 60th anniversary of D-Day, was notified of Reagan’s death in Paris at about 9.10pm British time, by White House chief of...

    For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary June 5, 2004Remarks by the President Upon the Death of President Ronald Reagan Ambassador's Residence Paris, France     12:41 A.M. (Local) THE PRESIDENT: This is a sad hour in the life of America. A great American life has come to an end. I have just spoken to Nancy Reagan. On behalf of our whole nation, Laura and I offered her and the Reagan family our prayers and our condolences. Ronald Regan won America's respect with his greatness, and won its love with his goodness. He had the confidence...

PARIS -- Text of President Bush's remarks on President Reagan's death. This is a sad hour in the life of America. A great American life has come to an end. I have just spoken to Nancy Reagan. On behalf of our whole nation, Laura and I offered her and the Reagan family our prayers and our condolences. Ronald Reagan won America's respect with his greatness, and won its love with his goodness. He had the confidence that comes with conviction, the strength that comes with character, the grace that comes with humility, and the humor that comes with wisdom. He...

Bush 41 and Barbara on Fox News right now...

C-SPAN missed the full statement. Anyone have a copy?

Queen and Thatcher Lead Tributes to Ex-President Reagan By James Lyons and Matt Adams, PA News The Queen and Baroness Thatcher tonight led the tributes to former US President Ronald Reagan, who has died at the age of 93. Mr Reagan died with his wife Nancy and their children at his side at the family’s home in California tonight. A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said: “The Queen is saddened by the news.” Former Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher hailed Mr Reagan as “a truly great American hero”. She told PA News: “President Reagan was one of my closest political and dearest personal...

By Associated Press Boston - Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry [related, bio] says Ronald Reagan taught all Americans valuable lessons. Kerry issued a statement today shortly after hearing the announcement that the former Republican president of the United States had died at his Los Angeles home. Kerry says Reagan had an infectious love of country. Kerry says that even during his bitterest differences with Democrats, Reagan lived by the noble ideal that at 5 p-m the country wasn't divided into Democrats and Republicans, but that everybody was an American and a friend. He says Reagan taught the nation that there...

Washington, DC—RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie issued the following statement today on the passing of former President Ronald Reagan: "Ronald Reagan was a President of great historic impact who led the United States with strength and conviction, and the positive impact of his policies is still felt today here and around the world. More than two decades after he was first elected President, the Republican Party still bears his imprint. Because Ronald Reagan lived, people across the globe live in greater freedom and prosperity. “On behalf of the Republican National Committee I extend deepest sympathies to Nancy Reagan and the Reagan...

frame grab taken from web site video footage May 11, 2004, shows a man, who identified himself as Nick Berg of Philadelphia (C) seated in front of his five masked captors moments before he was executed. Al Qaeda's leader in Iraq beheaded an American civilian and vowed more killings in revenge for the abuse of Iraqi prisoners, an Islamist Web site said on Tuesday. After one of the masked men read out a statement, they pushed Berg to the floor and shouted 'God is greatest' above his screams as one of them sawed his head off with a large knife...

The Lord is risen indeed… Luke 24:34 I send greetings to Christians around the world as they gather to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus' life and teachings continue to speak to every generation, and Christians believe his miraculous Resurrection provides hope for the future and offers us the promise of new life. Through His ministry and sacrifice, Jesus demonstrated God's unconditional love for us. He taught us the importance of helping others and loving our neighbors. His selfless devotion and mercy provide a remarkable example for all of us. As families and friends gather to enjoy this Easter...

Testimony of US Secretary of Defence Donald H Rumsfeld prepared for deliver to the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States Thank you for undertaking this important work. The Commission requested that we comment on preparations during the period from January 20th through September 11, 2001, the events of September 11th, steps taken since September 11th, and any recommendations for the future. I request that the text of my testimony be made a part of the record, along with several attachments. Let me first express my condolences to the people of Spain. The bombings in Madrid have been...