John McCain and Mitt Romney React to Jerry Falwell's Death
May 15, 2007
This now coming in to The Brody File. Below is reaction from John McCain to the death of Jerry Falwell.
"I join the students, faculty, and staff of Liberty University and Americans of all faiths in mourning the loss of Reverend Jerry Falwell. Dr. Falwell was a man of distinguished accomplishment who devoted his life to serving his faith and country.Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Falwell's family at this difficult time."
Falwell and McCain became friends later in life. Of course, McCain once called Falwell an "agent of intolerance" but since that comment years ago, they have kissed and made up.
Mitt Romney has also issued a statement:
"An American who built and led a movement based on strong principles and strong faith has left us. He will be greatly missed, but the legacy of his important work will continue through his many ministries where he put his faith into action. Ann and I have had the honor to talk and meet with Reverend Falwell and get to know him as a man of deep personal faith and commitment to helping those around him. He will be forever remembered."
Mark my words. The Jerry Falwell "fallout" will be felt tonight in South Carolina. He's beloved among many Evangelicals but toxic to others. How will the candidates handle this? His name will come up. Count on it. Comments?
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