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President Bush mourns Gordon B. Hinckley

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Jayziel Mesde, Philippines | 12:07 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
President Hinckley had really touched other peoples' lives even Pres. Bush's life.. I am proud of Him! He really is a good leader and a true prophet of God!


I love Him!

You are really an example of living a Christlike life.

Thank you!



Growly | 1:26 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I have never seen such a childish bunch of people in all my life. Hopefully none of you are adults!

I like what president Bush said about G.B.Hinkley.

I'm not a member.

May your prophet have a peace of mind because it looks like his church members don't. You guys battle among yourselves and condemn your own.

Probably because I'm a nonmember this will not be printed.
Ben | 4:59 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Im sad. Sad for the people who feel it is ok to discuss hatred at a time like this. Just sad
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george | 2:01 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
So what does it gain him,Bush can do all the politicing he wants, but it will not help him because he doesn't have the truth and he is not righteous in his life or religion. He needs to become a mormon and not just pay polite attention. The end is near.
All In The Family | 4:47 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Not only were President Bush and "Gordon" good friends, but Hinckley was a Republican. We should show our respect for Hinckley by voting for Mitt Romney, another good friend of the Bush family and the Hinckley family. Keep it all in the family to save America!
the Ephraimite | 12:58 a.m. Feb. 1, 2008
Gordon B. Hinkley was born a warrior and he died a warrior. Peace to his family and to all those who admire him - whether your LDS or not.
Gadianton | 11:58 a.m. Feb. 1, 2008
Pres. Hinckley loved everyone!
Jane | 12:11 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
I actually find it very disturbing that George Bush is making a comment on such a man of integrity as Gordan B. Hinckley. George Bush is as snakey as them come, and it is very uncomfortable to even see both men in the same picture.

Besides, anyone with an ounce of honesty would not praise George Bush the way many uninformed people have on this site.
12-year-old | 4:27 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
Wow! So many people have commented, and I'm so glad to know there are so many people who care about what the president has to say about President Hinckley! How blessed we are to be LDS, with so many friends with the same beliefs!

NevadaCoug | 8:56 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
"The president minimizes us by not attending the service."

Disappointed, the President is doing everybody a bit of a service by not attending the service. The security detail that would be necessary when a President attends ANYTHING would make things overly hard on all those wishing to attend, especially the family. President Bush is doing a good thing by watching from afar in this kind of situation.
Utah | 4:41 p.m. Feb. 2, 2008
He sent representatives to the funeral, just so you guys know.
Also, here in Utah, We have heard hardly any news through the media not in some way related to President Hinckley. I thoroughly enjoyed the funeral, and the documentaries made in his memory.
He was and is a great man, and I look forward to seeing him again on the other side.
sr | 5:54 a.m. Feb. 3, 2008
In a way I think it was nice that Pres. Bush did not attend the service. I believe his being there would have been a distraction. It is possible they were thinking that as well. It was known that President Hinckley was admired and loved by so many. He will be truly missed.
L. Bartlett | 4:17 p.m. Feb. 4, 2008
Pres. Hinckley, you�ll be deeply loved and missed! Words cannot express the gratitude we felt for all your accomplishments in bringing millions of members unto Christ. Your wit, optimism, and sense of humor and the examples you've shown will always be an inspiration to many. Your legacy will always instill in our hearts. Our tears of sadness also means joy knowing you are reuniting with your wife and will have a great reception. To the Hinckley family, our thought and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Hail to Pres Monson, Counselors, Eyering & Uchtdorf...you definitely have our full love and support. Can't wait to hear the next profound messages that these great leaders have.
12-year-old | 7:36 p.m. Feb. 5, 2008
NickC! "grow up" is a little kiddish thing to say!
And it's not like we're throwing a party for President Bush we're just thanking him for the kind words he said about our Prophet.
12-year-old | 7:37 p.m. Feb. 5, 2008
I hope President Tom Perry becomes the Prophet someday. He was at my sister's baptism, i don't know if by accident or choice, but he was really nice, and told me that I should "be proud to be the eldest sibling" and that I should be a good example. I liked him. I think he'd be a good prophet.
jeff and tracy | 4:26 p.m. Aug. 11, 2008
History will likely tell a far different tale about President Bush than what you read and see in the media today. His comments on the passing of President Hinckley seem to be consistently genuine and heartfelt.
President Bush is a great leader and I believe a sweet and sincere follower of Christ. His mission to bring freedom (particularly religious freedom) to those in the world who lack it has been divinely led and I believe that President Hinckley was honored to call him his friend.

As a family we love and revere both of these great leaders.

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President George W. Bush meets with the leadership of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006, during his visit to Salt Lake City. Seated clockwise are: Gordon B. Hinckley, President; Thomas S. Monson, First Counselor; James E. Faust, Second Counselor (obscured), and Michael Watson, Executive Secretary.

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