Geraldine Ferraro RIP

http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Geraldine-Ferraro-Dead-at-75-118706824.html


This was reported just a few minutes ago.

 

Had no idea she was so sick.

I'd have to say I was a fan of Geraldine. She was tough and outspoken. She was very New York, very Queens.

Nice statement from George H. W. Bush:

Barbara and I were deeply saddened to learn of Gerry’s passing. Though we were one-time political opponents, I am happy to say Gerry and I became friends in time — a friendship marked by respect and affection. I admired Gerry in many ways, not the least of which was the dignified and principled manner she blazed new trails for women in politics.

Barbara and I — and all Bushes — send our heartfelt condolences and love to Gerry’s family.

 

She was a great congresswoman. She took a hit for the party to run against Reagan - Bush in 84. I thought she'd be a great candidate to run again. RIP

 

She was a good lady.

Ironically, she reached national awareness with a really dumb decision: hitching her ride to Walter Mondale's presidential aspirations.

 

Very nice statement indeed. I may not agree with a lot of what George HW Bush did, but he always seemed like a good man to me.

 

Heaven needed an ass for Reagan to kick in an upcoming election?

 

Ferraro knew what she was in '84 - a Hail Mary pass by Mondale. (Kinda like Palin - only up on the issues). When a Presidential candidate who is up 10 points selects a female running mate, we'll break new ground.
That said, RIP.