Senator Joe Lieberman has issued the following statement in memoriam of Irving Kristol:
We have lost an intellectual giant. Irving Kristol was an inventive entrepreneur of ideas who was boundless in his wit, creativity, and insight. Irving understood that ideas have consequences - and his immense influence was the result of his unique ability to shape the American political landscape with the power of creative thought. Irving was a genuine patriot who eloquently and forcefully defended America's values and principles. He leaves us with a great intellectual legacy that will continue to enrich our political dialogue for many years to come. Hadassah's and my condolences and prayers are with Irving's wife, Gertrude, his children Bill and Elizabeth, and the entire Kristol family.
A statement from Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell:
"With the passing of Irving Kristol, America has lost one of its greatest thinkers and conservatives everywhere have lost an intellectual father. Irving Kristol was a legend in his own time, and his contributions to our culture and our politics are impossible to overstate. He will be remembered for his powerful writings, his remarkable life's journey, and his enduring belief in the promise of America. Elaine and I extend our sincere condolences to the entire Kristol family."
The statement from House Republican Leader John Boehner:
"Today, America has lost one of its finest thinkers and greatest patriots. Irving Kristol added intellectual rigor and heft to the conservative movement by redefining how we apply the values and principles our nation was founded on to the challenges of the modern era. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time."