Quotes - Former President Gerald Ford

His presidency is marked by a controversial Presidential pardon and his personality, perhaps, by his "I'm a Ford, not a Lincoln," quip. Gerald Ford (1913-2006), the 38th and only unelected President of the United States, died 26 December 2006 at his home in Rancho Mirage, CA. He was 93 and was the oldest living president. More

President George W. Bush (R)

During his time in office, the American people came to know President Ford as a man of complete integrity who led our country with common sense and kind instincts.

Former President Jimmy Carter (D)

An outstanding statesman, he wisely chose the path of healing during a deeply divisive time in our nation's history. He frequently rose above politics by emphasizing the need for bipartisanship and seeking common ground on issues critical to our nation.

Former President George H.W. Bush (R)

Jerry Ford was, simply put, one of the most decent and capable men I ever met. ... Most of all, I will remember him as a devoted family man and a man of honor who never stopped serving this country he loved so deeply.

Former Sen. Bob Dole (R-KS), Ford's running mate in 1976

[He was] a good man... He was a friend to everyone who met him... He had no enemies.

Sen. Robert Byrd (D-W.VA)

President Ford was one of the kindest, most sincere elected officials whom I have known and with whom I have worked. Although he and I were from different political parties, we often were able to find common ground and work together for our country.

Rep. John Dingell (D-MI), who served with Ford in the House

Jerry was warm gentle, friendly, pleasant courteous individual. He never used bad language, he loved his family, his kids and above all else he loved Betty.

House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert (R-IL)

Our country was fortunate to have such a man dedicated to public service who performed his responsibilities with distinction. President Ford was a unifier, a statesman, and more importantly, he was an everyman instead of a typical Washington politician. He was one of us.

Sources:
Forbes, The GGuardian, White House Statement