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This is some rather sad news, I'm afraid. Former President Daniel Inouye (1977-1985) has passed on at the age of 88.
Thoughts on his presidency, post-presidency and legacy? President Obama of course is the second Hawaiian to rise to the White House and it looks like he'll be the one giving the former President's eulogy. A sad day for American democracy, of course. Inouye united the country in trying times, and of course, his legacy as the man who passed national health insurance in 1978 is probably what he'll be most remembered for (other than the Iran hostage rescue mission).