Raimondo Directs Rhode Island Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Former President George H.W. Bush

«George Herbert Walker Bush spent his life in service to the American people, and his passing is an enormous loss for our country,» said Governor Gina Raimondo. «A patriot, a diplomat, a hero of war, and a devoted husband and father, Mr. Bush was a president driven by a moral compass – a man who saw the good in people and fought relentlessly to build a stronger nation for the next generation. From welcoming immigrants, to protecting Americans with disabilities, to safeguarding our country during the Cold War, Mr. Bush led the United States with poise, perseverance, and purpose. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bush family during this difficult time.»