JACK KEMP, RIP

We have lost a real treasure. Jack Kemp's passing tonight didn't come as a surprise to those who knew he was battling illness for some time, but it's still hard to believe he's really gone. Jack was a wonderful man, with a strong faith and great enthusiasm for the American dream. He had such amazing ideas and unbridled energy and passion for what he believed. Our country is better because he lived, and was very involved in politics... all the way to the end.  I got to know him over the years through various organizations we both supported, and at events I was honored to MC (such as all the Dole/Kemp campaign events in 1996 when Jack ran for VP).  He was one-of-a-kind.  Our prayers are with Joanne and the family. Thank God for Jack Kemp.