President Bush on Molly Ivins:
Molly Ivins was a Texas original. She was loved by her readers and by her many friends, particularly in Central Texas. I respected her convictions, her passionate belief in the power of words, and her ability to turn a phrase. She fought her illness with that same passion. Her quick wit and commitment to her beliefs will be missed. Laura and I send our condolences to Molly Ivins’ family and friends.
For what it’s worth, Ivins’ death was bigger news in the N&R print edition than Biden’s gaffe. Ivins got an A5 sidebar; Biden got an A7 sidebar, way down at the bottom.
