R.I.P. Bob Dole

The death of World War II veteran and one-time Republican nominee for president Bob Dole, 98, spurred a heartfelt response from all corners of politics.

President Joe Biden tweeted:

"Bob Dole was a man to be admired by Americans. He had an unerring sense of integrity and honor. May God bless him, and may our nation draw upon his legacy of decency, dignity, good humor, and patriotism for all time."

Senate Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., tweeted:

"Senator Bob Dole dedicated himself to the American experiment and its deepest ideals. Today, we should reflect on service to one another and commit to following the example he set for America. Judy and I join the nation in mourning the passing of an extraordinary American life."
Former Vice President Mike Pence tweeted:

"Sen. Bob Dole was a truly great man who lived an extraordinary life of service to America and he will be deeply missed by all of us who had the privilege to know him. His courageous service in World War II, his heroic recovery, his service in the House and in the Senate where he served as majority leader and his service on two national tickets, including as Republican nominee for President in 1996 were all driven by a love of country and patriotism synonymous with the Greatest Generation."
Fellow Kansasan and former Trump Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tweeted:

"Sen. Bob Dole is a Kansas war hero who believed in America’s exceptionalism with his whole heart. He devoted his life to serving Kansas & America — in and out of uniform. Our family's hearts are broken. Please join us in praying for Elizabeth & the Dole family."
South Dakota GOP Gov. Kristi Noem tweeted:

"Sen. Bob Dole exemplified statesmanship. He was a great American and a dedicated patriot. He will be missed."
Former Trump White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany tweeted:

"He was a giant in the Republican Party, a great American veteran, and a man of dignity and character. Sending prayers for his family and giving thanks for his admirable service to our country."
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., tweeted:

"Bob Dole served his country with courage on the battlefield, and with dignity in the Senate. Jane and I send our condolences to his family."
Dole's fellow former GOP presidential pick Mitt Romney tweeted:

"When I think of the greatest generation, I think of Sen. Bob Dole — a man who dedicated his life to serving our country."

Cindy McCain, widow of late Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., tweeted:

"Rest In Peace Bob Dole. You are the last of the lions of the Senate."
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, tweeted:

"Barbara & I are sad to hear of passing of war hero/Senate Majority Ldr /presidential nominee Bob Dole He was a dedicated public servant + kind + funny + hard worker + a true patriot We send our love to Elizabeth & his family.""
Virginia Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin tweeted:

"Bob Dole loved our Nation and committed his life to public service. Suzanne and I offer Elizabeth and Robin our prayers and support in this time of grieving. God bless Bob Dole."

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