Bayh Statement on Passing of Coretta Scott KingI have sent in a request to the KDP for a statement. I also have sent in a request to Congressman Chandler's office for a statement.
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Evan Bayh today released the following statement regarding the passing of civil rights leader Coretta Scott King:
"This morning, America learned that it has lost a true hero, in the passing of civil rights leader Coretta Scott King. Through times of danger and tremendous loss, including the assassination of her husband, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Coretta Scott King worked to keep the dream of equality alive and strong for generations of Americans. Millions of people from around the world – men and women, black and white – have been inspired by her stoic fight for justice and peace. I join all Americans in keeping her family in our thoughts and prayers."
As of 4:22 PM, I have an update from Rep. Ben Chandler's office. He did not release a statement but is a sponsor of of resolution to honor her memory.
As of 5:10, it looks like Gov. Fletcher has ordered flags to be at half-staff in Mrs. King's memory.
Flags are to be lowered until the eve of the day of her funeral.Yet Jerry Lundergan has yet to issue a statement? Something is not right here. Even Howard Dean issued a statement.
"After the tragic death of her husband, Coretta picked up the banner of equality and continued to carry forth Dr. King’s legacy and, in so doing, created a legacy of her own. America, indeed the world, is a better place because of her commitment to justice, peace and democracy. The King family is in our thoughts and prayers. She will be truly missed."
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