Moolenaar Statement on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush

Last night, George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st President of the United States, passed away in Houston, Texas.

Congressman John Moolenaar made the following statement on the passing of the former president:

"President Bush began his service to the American people on his 18th birthday when he joined the military and heroically served as a naval aviator during World War II. In government, he represented our nation at the U.N., directed the CIA, and served as vice president. His own presidency was one of incredible achievement, and his leadership during the end of the Cold War brought millions of people out from under the Iron Curtain and into the free world. After leaving office, he demonstrated the grace and civility that always guided him, and worked closely with former president Bill Clinton to bring disaster relief to those most in need.

"President Bush was a patriot. He was the right man at the right moment in history and we give thanks for his steadfast service to our nation. We raise the Bush family up in our prayers and we are comforted knowing that he is in a better place, reunited with his daughter Robin and his wife Barbara."

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