Diaz-Balart Statement on the Passing of Barbara Pierce Bush

WASHINGTON – Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-25) issued the following statement after the passing of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush.

"I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush. She was the matriarch of an upstanding, patriotic family, shaping her children into honorable men and women, two of which who would later serve our country as President and Governor. During her time in the White House, she focused on literacy initiatives, declaring that it was the 'most important issue.' Her innate propensity for kindness and passion to help others will continue to live on through her foundation, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. I offer my deep condolences to former President George H.W. Bush, their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Barbara Pierce Bush's legacy is a blessing to our country."

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