BIDEN ISSUES STATEMENT ON ELIZABETH EDWARDS

Wilmington, DE - U.S. Senator Joe Biden issued the following statement today:
 
“I am truly sorry to learn that Elizabeth Edwards has had a recurrence of her cancer.  However, I am pleased to hear that Elizabeth and John are optimistic and moving forward.  Elizabeth, John and their children are in our thoughts and prayers.”
 
 

Elizabeth Kucinich statement in response to news of Elizabeth Edward's recurring cancer
 
Dennis and I wish Elizabeth and John Edwards and their family the very best as Mrs. Edwards continues her courageous battle with cancer.

She has shown true strength and dignity in addressing this disease. We admire her courage and her spirit.

We are confident that Mrs. Edwards will continue to play a vigorous role in this campaign.

I look forward to seeing her on the campaign trail as she and I and our husbands all work towards our visions for building a better America.
 
 

Statement from Barack Obama on Elizabeth and John Edwards

Chicago, IL-Today, Barack Obama made the following statement on Elizabeth and John Edwards.
 
"Today, Michelle and I join every American in sending our thoughts and prayers to Elizabeth and John and the entire Edwards family.  We all admire Elizabeth’s strength and determination and the deep love they so obviously share.  "
 
 

New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Statement on Elizabeth and John Edwards

SANTA FE, NM- New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson today issued a statement regarding the announcement that Elizabeth Edwards’ cancer has returned:

“Barbara and I send our thoughts and prayers to Elizabeth and John as they deal with this latest challenge.  Elizabeth has been an inspiration and role model to all of us with her courageous and very public fight against breast cancer.

I am hopeful and optimistic that Elizabeth will continue to win her fight. In the meantime, we should all redouble our commitment to supporting efforts to find a cure for breast cancer.”

STATEMENT BY FORMER GOV. MIKE HUCKABEE ON EDWARDS’ ANNOUNCEMENT

ORLANDO, FL – Former Governor Mike Huckabee (AR) issued the following statement in response to a news conference held today by former Sen. John Edwards (NC) and his wife, Elizabeth:
 
“Janet and I are saddened to hear the news of Elizabeth Edwards’ reoccurrence of cancer.  Our thoughts and prayers are with the Edwards family.   I’m confident she and John will get through this difficult time with the same strength and courage as they have in the past and we pray for a speedy recovery.  Thirty-two years ago, Janet and I went through a similar valley when Janet was diagnosed with cancer of the spine. Like John and Elizabeth, we found strength through prayer and the support of our family and friends. ”
 
 

STATEMENT BY SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign today released the following statement:
 
“I spoke with Elizabeth Edwards today and shared my heartfelt belief that she serves as an inspiration to the entire nation.  Both Cindy and I wish John and Elizabeth the very best, and our thoughts and prayers are with them.”
 
 

Thompson Family Statement on Elizabeth Edwards

Statement from Sue Ann and Tommy G. Thompson on Elizabeth Edwards

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Elizabeth Edwards and her family as she again battles this terrible disease.  We know what they are going
through and admire their strength as they deal with this together as a family.”
 
 

Dean Statement on Edwards Family Announcement

Washington, DC - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement in response to the Edwards family announcement:

"On behalf of the Democratic family I want to express our enormous admiration of Elizabeth's courage, strength and grace.  Her optimism and positive attitude continue to be an inspiration. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Edwards family."
 
 

S.C. Democratic Party Statement On Sen. and Mrs. Edwards’ Announcement 
 
Columbia, SC – Today the South Carolina Democratic Party released the following statement from chair Joe Erwin about today’s announcement by Senator John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth:

“The South Carolina Democratic family will keep the Edwards in our thoughts and prayers.  We should all come together to wish Elizabeth a full and quick recovery.”