    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [December 8, 2006]
    [Pages 2168-2169]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Jeane J. Kirkpatrick
    December 8, 2006

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death
    of Jeane Kirkpatrick. As a professor, author, ambassador, and adviser to
    Presidents, she influenced the thinking of generations of Americans on
    the importance of American leadership in advancing the cause of freedom
    and democracy around the globe. She defended the cause of freedom at a
    pivotal time in world history, and her courageous service as our United
    Nations Ambassador inspired her fellow Americans and lovers of liberty
    around the world. Jeane's powerful intellect helped America win the cold
    war. Her insights and teachings will continue to illuminate the path
    ahead for the United States in the world. We send our condolences to
    Jeane's family and friends, and on behalf of all Americans, we give
    thanks for her extraordinary life.

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