The breath left my chest on seeing this. The passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights icon, true disciple of Martin Luther King Jr. and former US presidential candidate. I saw him once, at what was then the Garden City Literary Festival, in Port Harcourt.
Rest in Power. ✊🏾
Raila Odinga was a true champion of democracy. A child of independence, he endured decades of struggle and sacrifice for the broader cause of freedom and self-governance in Kenya. Time and again, I personally saw him put the interests of his country ahead of his own ambitions. Like few other leaders anywhere, he was willing to choose the path of peaceful reconciliation without compromising his core values. Through his life, Raila Odinga set an example not just for Kenyans, but across Africa and around the world. I know he will be missed. Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to his family and to the people of Kenya.
Kenya is my second home.
My Ministry has immensely grown through the support of my kenyan Family.
I stand with you as we celebrate this great son of Africa @RailaOdinga .
I had to do this for Kenyans.
Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and former Prime Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga. He was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India. I had the privilege of knowing him closely since my days as Chief Minister of Gujarat and our association continued over the years. He had a special affection for India, our culture, values and ancient wisdom. This was reflected in his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya ties. He particularly admired Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems of India, having witnessed their positive impact on his daughter's health. I extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends and to the people of Kenya in this hour of grief.
God, that all-powerful
Creator of nature and
architect of the world, has
impressed man with no
character so proper to
distinguish him from other
animals, as by the faculty of
speech.
~ Quintilian