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A STATEMENT FROM THE GOVERNOR -- May 3, 2009

Saint Paul – The following is a statement from Governor Tim Pawlenty in reaction to the news of Jack Kemps’s death.

"I was grateful to have had the chance to get to know Jack Kemp over the past few years. He was a kind, caring and passionate leader whose strong intellect and vision had an enormous positive impact on the Republican Party and our nation. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack's family as we remember his life and service."