Republican members of Congress and other politicians expressed condolences to Ginsburg’s family on Friday, with little initial mention of the political ramifications of her death. “Joining the whole nation tonight in mourning the loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg — a trailblazer, a dedicated public servant, and an inspiration to so many,” White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows wrote on Twitter. “She dedicated her life to public service, and now she is at peace,” Cotton tweeted. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) called Ginsburg a “pioneer who paved the way for women across America.”“As a strong and fearless female leader and dedicated public servant, Justice Ginsburg served our country with honor and distinction,” wrote Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.). “Her towering legacy will be remembered for generations to come.”“Justice Ginsburg’s death adds to the tragedies of 2020,” Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)

Source: Washington Post September 19, 2020 00:37 UTC