Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Geraldine Ferraro

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the passing of Geraldine Ferraro:

"Geraldine Ferraro will be deeply missed. She not only made history when she was nominated for Vice President, she inspired women across the country to reach their own greatness as they strengthened our country. Her service in the House is a source of pride to all of us in Congress.

"In 1984, her nomination was greeted with thunderous applause in the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The drumbeat that Geraldine Ferraro began that day in July will continue for a long time to come.

"As a woman and Italian American, my family and I loved her dearly and will miss her personally.

"My thoughts and prayers are with her husband John and the entire Ferraro family during this difficult time."