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Biden Cancels More Events After Mother-in-Law's Death
October 05, 2008 4:58 PM
ABC News' Matthew Jaffe reports: Democratic vice-presidential nominee Joe Biden today canceled two days of events after the death of his mother-in-law.
"The Obama-Biden campaign today canceled Sen. Biden's schedule Monday and Tuesday because of the passing of Jill Biden's mother, Bonny Jean Jacobs, this afternoon after a long illness," Biden spokesman David Wade said in a statement.
The Biden family is at home in Wilmington, Del., after canceling the Delaware senator's weekend schedule that included campaign events in Washington, DC, and Virginia. On Monday and Tuesday, Biden had also been set to hold rallies in New Hampshire and Florida.
"We appreciate everyone's respect for the family's privacy during this difficult time," Wade added.
Sen. Barack Obama called the Bidens this afternoon from Asheville, N.C., to express his condolences.
October 5, 2008 in Biden, Joe | Permalink | User Comments (104)
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bill, you are a bitter man. I wish you peace.
Posted by: anna | Oct 5, 2008 5:18:05 PM
Good for Sen. Biden. He's a true man of honor, unlike the hypocrite McCain, who left his crippled wife for a multi-millionaire beer heiress.
Posted by: Jack | Oct 5, 2008 5:20:13 PM
Deepest condolences to Jill and Joe Biden and their family in the loss of her Mom. What a sad time for any family.
Posted by: Becky for McCain/Palin | Oct 5, 2008 5:20:43 PM
Umm bill, I think biden wanted to be their for his wife. Biden doesnt need to suspend his campaign. Hill, helped him out this saturday at one event he was suppose to attend, I am sure if asked she will help out again until he is ready to campaign again. I would be concerned if his mother inlaw passed and the same day he was out campaining
Posted by: rachel | Oct 5, 2008 5:20:53 PM
So sorry for Biden and his family. He his a real gentleman. I admire how he has maintained his home in Delaware even while serving his country in the senate.
@Bill, perhaps you are not aware that Biden's son was deployed the same day, and is on his way to Iraq?
Posted by: Kathy | Oct 5, 2008 5:21:50 PM
Bill, how DARE you. You're seriously the worst kind of person. There is nothing political in the decision to give Joe time to grieve. Family tragedy trumps politics and anyone with a heart knows that.
I offer my condolences to Joe & Jill Biden. My thoughts and prayers are with the Biden and Jacobs families during this difficult time. You are in our hearts.
Posted by: Greg Jacobs | Oct 5, 2008 5:22:40 PM
My heart goes out to the Biden family. You are in our prayers.
Posted by: No thanks Obama | Oct 5, 2008 5:24:14 PM
Bill.. I suspect you have never had a death in your family. What kind of heartless person are you? That is the problem with people today. People like you are a disgrace to the human race and I cannot you believe that you wrote that HORRIBLE statement on a public forum. I hope Joe Biden and his family can heal from this horrible event and I am really glad that he has gone home to be with his family..What it shows is that Joe unlike you is a REAL man.
Posted by: Jane | Oct 5, 2008 5:25:52 PM
I think he should just drop out of the race and take care of his wife.
Posted by: Janet | Oct 5, 2008 5:26:37 PM
The way Sen Biden has conducted himself during this family tragedy makes him far superior to Gov Palin and her insensitive aw shucks moment in debate when Sen Biden mentioned about his wife and child and the car accident.
I'm going to vote for Obama/Biden ticket because of this...
Posted by: No thanks Obama | Oct 5, 2008 5:27:10 PM
Here in Virginia, Senator Evan Bayh graciously substituted for Joe Biden today (Sunday) at two major events. (Biden's family had been alerted by the hospice to stay close to home.) Thank you so much, Senator Bayh. You are a class act.
I honestly have not heard how the events went -- there was a lot of confusion online as to whether the events themselves were "canceled" when they weren't, so that could have reduced turnout. But the main thing is that Bayh was very good to do this.
As for the few bitter comments, I'm sure they are from younger people who are lucky enough to have gone through life so far without losing a dearly loved family member. Unfortunately, one day you will know better. Once that has happened to you, you know what the priorities are.
Joe Biden is, of course, doing the right thing and our hearts are with him, Jill, and their families.
Posted by: Fairfax Voter | Oct 5, 2008 5:33:05 PM
son, shame on you! condolences to the Biden family.
Posted by: bill's mother | Oct 5, 2008 5:33:40 PM
Bill - You need a therapist - NOW. You seem like someone who lacks compassion and a heart. Go get some help.
Posted by: Victoria, Richmond, VA | Oct 5, 2008 5:35:20 PM
There are many blogs out there.
Please display spiritual respects to this one and keep politics, whether good or bad, away. I know God would appreciate it. WWJD?
God Bless the Biden family.
Posted by: TRUTH | Oct 5, 2008 5:41:42 PM
OK, we can get off Bill's back. He apologized for his insensitive remark. I'll take him at his word. Sometimes our mouth speaks before we get our brain in gear. No matter what in the sceme of things family comes before politics and I pray the loving arms of God will encircle the family at this time of loss and give them the peace that only God can give.
Posted by: George | Oct 5, 2008 5:44:29 PM
Stuff ur kool aid Bill ,if you meant what you said would amount to something but still a nasty remark Guess that tells ur your IQ....You and Palin make a good pair.
Posted by: indp voter | Oct 5, 2008 5:45:37 PM
Joe Biden is a true American Patriot. He has always shown what American family values are all about. I admire Joe and Jill Biden. My thoughts and prayers go out to them in their time of sorrow.
Posted by: Betsi | Oct 5, 2008 5:47:47 PM
The way Sen Biden has conducted himself during this family tragedy makes him far superior to Gov Palin and her insensitive aw shucks moment in debate when Sen Biden mentioned about his wife and child and the car accident.
I'm going to vote for Obama/Biden ticket because of this...
Posted by: No thanks Obama
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I don't think Palin rehearsed a response to Sen. Biden's remarks.
Posted by: Tim G. in Hillsboro Oregon | Oct 5, 2008 5:48:15 PM
Bill I'm ashamed of you...I support your mothers comment...
Get a job Bill instead of heartless comments...and also please cut your drinking..
Doggone it...
Posted by: bill's Father | Oct 5, 2008 5:48:56 PM
My heart goes out to the Bidens. Losing a parent is never easy.
I hope the Biden family can be spared ever knowing of the heartless comments of a few hateful members of the "family-values" party.
Posted by: HughBriss | Oct 5, 2008 5:49:30 PM
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