Local leaders react to Bob Dole’s passing
Dec 5, 2021, 3:19 PM | Updated: Dec 6, 2021, 11:03 am
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SALT LAKE CITY — Several Utah leaders took to social media Sunday to share their thoughts about former Senator Majority Leader Bob Dole, who passed away at the age of 98 following a battle with lung cancer.
Gov. Spencer Cox shared a tweet from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation announcing Dole’s passing, along with the caption, “Senator Dole is an American hero and an exemplary public official. Our country could desperately use more selfless servants like him. Our prayers are with Elizabeth and his family.”
Senator Dole is an American hero and an exemplary public official. Our country could desperately use more selfless servants like him. Our prayers are with Elizabeth and his family. https://t.co/EX7rOLoI4Z
— Spencer Cox (@SpencerJCox) December 5, 2021
Utah Sen. Mitt Romney also wrote a brief message on social media.
“When I think of the greatest generation, I think of Senator Bob Dole — a man who dedicated his life to serving our country. Rest In Peace, my friend. Ann and I will be praying for Elizabeth, their family, and loved ones.”
When I think of the greatest generation, I think of Senator Bob Dole—a man who dedicated his life to serving our country. Rest In Peace, my friend. Ann and I will be praying for Elizabeth, their family, and loved ones.
— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) December 5, 2021
Sen. Mike Lee shared a story, detailing a special gift that had been given to him by Dole almost 35 years ago.
“While I was serving as a Senate page in 1987, Senator Bob Dole (who was then serving as the majority leader) gave me an elephant-shaped keychain pendant with his signature engraved on the back of it. That keychain became one of my most prized possessions.”
Lee went on to say, “Americans are fortunate to have been blessed by Bob Dole’s lifetime of military and government service.”
2/2 Americans are fortunate to have been blessed by Bob Dole’s lifetime of military and government service. Today, my heart and prayers are with the Dole family.
— Mike Lee (@SenMikeLee) December 5, 2021
Rep. John Curtis said, “Bob Dole was one of our greatest. His valiant service from the military through Congress leaves a legacy for generations to come.
The statement concluded, “He was a humble servant, committed to better the lives of all Americans.”
Bob Dole was one of our greatest. His valiant service from the military through Congress leaves a legacy for generations to come.
He was a humble servant, committed to better the lives of all Americans. https://t.co/o1JGPxOj3q https://t.co/b7EksyZLot pic.twitter.com/pI3BL7UBdG
— Rep. John Curtis (@RepJohnCurtis) December 5, 2021
Rep. Burgess Owens thanked Dole for the service he rendered to the United States, adding that his prayers “are with the Dole family.”
Rest in peace Senator Dole. Thank you for your service to our country.
My prayers are with the Dole family.
— Burgess Owens (@BurgessOwens) December 5, 2021
Rep. Chris Stewart said Dole “was a true patriot who dedicated his life to the protection and betterment of our Democracy,” in a tweet posted Sunday morning.
Senator Bob Dole was a true patriot who dedicated his life to the protection and betterment of our Democracy. He served our nation for 79 years, both as a combat hero and congressional leader.
Today, we should reflect on his legacy – one that we should all strive for.
— Rep. Chris Stewart (@RepChrisStewart) December 5, 2021
Salt Lake County Council member Aimee Winder Newton wrote on Twitter, “I’m so grateful for the public service of Senator Bob Dole. My deepest condolences to his family.”
I’m so grateful for the public service of Senator Bob Dole. My deepest condolences to his family. #utpol https://t.co/B6VnfdY5P6
— Aimee Winder Newton (@AWinderNewton) December 5, 2021