This news sadly comes only weeks after another prominent figure in American Politics Tim Russert died. 
A Tribute From Brit Hume
Statement by The President
WASHINGTON, Jul 12, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of our dear friend, Tony Snow. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Jill, and their children, Kendall, Robbie, and Kristi. The Snow family has lost a beloved husband and father. And America has lost a devoted public servant and a man of character.
Tony was one of our Nation’s finest writers and commentators. He earned a loyal following with incisive radio and television broadcasts. He was a gifted speechwriter who served in my father’s Administration. And I was thrilled when he agreed to return to the White House to serve as my Press Secretary. It was a joy to watch Tony at the podium each day. He brought wit, grace, and a great love of country to his work. His colleagues will cherish memories of his energetic personality and relentless good humor.
All of us here at the White House will miss Tony, as will the millions of Americans he inspired with his brave struggle against cancer. One of the things that sustained Tony Snow was his faith - and Laura and I join people across our country in praying that this good man has now found comfort in the arms of his Creator.SOURCE: White House Press Office
In conjunction with this story from MSNBC.
This is definitely one of my passions, so I had to pass it on.
Eight Belles, I loved her name. A Belle of a horse was she. She was looking to be the first filly (for those of you non-horse racing followers that means female) to win the Debry since 1980. She gave it a gallant try, but trying wasn’t good enough for this day in which Big Brown was crowned Kentucky Derby Glory. The filly finished second, and after the finish she had a debilitating injury which forced the only kind thing, euthanasia. It was so painful to watch. I was rooting for the girl. What can I say, I was sexist today. I rooted for the girl. I know she’s galloping along in all her glory now in animal heaven.
Watching it today reminded me of Alex DeFord, she died of Cystic Fibrosis at the age of eight. She was rooting for another Filly named Ruffian in another big horse race The Belmont Stakes (in the 1970’s), and she suffered a similar fate. (Read Story Here). I can only hope that some other little girl didn’t have to face the same disappointment.
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