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Sen. Ted Cruz tweeted:

Nancy Reagan will be remembered for her deep passion for this nation and love for her husband, Ronald. The Reagan family is in our prayers.

— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) March 6, 2016

The Democratic candidates also released statements.

In addition to a statement released by former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton together, the former secretary of state tweeted:

Nancy's strength of character was legendary, and her advocacy—especially for Alzheimer's research—was tireless. Praying for her family. -H

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) March 6, 2016

Sen. Bernie Sanders said: \"No matter your party or political ideology, this is a sad day for America. Nancy Reagan was an exemplary first lady. A devoted partner, she was her husband's most trusted advisor and, as such, served our country well. Even after her time in the White House, she was an outspoken advocate for stem-cell research to find a cure for Alzheimer's. Nancy Reagan had a good heart, and she will be dearly missed.\"

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