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President Obama, Bill Gates, and Others Remember Steve Jobs

President Obama, Bill Gates, and Others Remember Steve Jobs

Posted October 6, 2011 at 3:45am by iClarified
President Obama, Bill Gates, Eric Schmidt, and others remember Steve Jobs.

President Obama, Bill Gates, and Others Remember Steve Jobs

Statement from President Obama
"Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators - brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.


By building one of the planet's most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity.

By making computers personal and putting the Internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.

The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve's success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve's wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him."


Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates
"I'm truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs' death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work. Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives. The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come. For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it's been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely."


Google Chairman Eric Schmidt
"Today is very sad for all of us. Steve defined a generation of style and technology that's unlikely to be matched again. Steve was so charismatically brilliant that he inspired people to do the impossible, and he will be remembered as the greatest computer innovator in history."


Google Co-Founder Sergey Brin
"From the earliest days of Google, whenever Larry and I sought inspiration for vision and leadership, we needed to look no farther than Cupertino. Steve, your passion for excellence is felt by anyone who has ever touched an Apple product (including the macbook I am writing this on right now). And I have witnessed it in person the few times we have met.

On behalf of all of us at Google and more broadly in technology, you will be missed very much. My condolences to family, friends, and colleagues at Apple."


Google Co-Founder Larry Page
"I am very, very sad to hear the news about Steve. He was a great man with incredible achievements and amazing brilliance. He always seemed to be able to say in very few words what you actually should have been thinking before you thought it. His focus on the user experience above all else has always been an inspiration to me. He was very kind to reach out to me as I became CEO of Google and spend time offering his advice and knowledge even though he was not at all well. My thoughts and Google's are with his family and the whole Apple family."


Disney CEO Robert Iger
"Steve Jobs was a great friend as well as a trusted advisor. His legacy will extend far beyond the products he created or the businesses he built. It will be the millions of people he inspired, the lives he changed, and the culture he defined. Steve was such an 'original,' with a thoroughly creative, imaginative mind that defined an era.

Despite all he accomplished, it feels like he was just getting started. With his passing the world has lost a rare original, Disney has lost a member of our family, and I have lost a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time."


California Governor Jerry Brown
"Steve Jobs was a great California innovator who demonstrated what a totally independent and creative mind can accomplish. Few people have made such a powerful and elegant imprint on our lives. Anne and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to Steve's wife, Laurene, and their entire family."


Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg
"Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you."
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Schosck
Schosck - May 11, 2012 at 11:09pm
Wow so touching. DON'T CARE AT ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Abdullah AlMaimoni
Abdullah AlMaimoni - October 6, 2011 at 3:25pm
He is a big lost to everyone. And apple will never forget like him till the end of the life.
Alexona
Alexona - October 6, 2011 at 6:47am
hummm im wondering where is Samsung's statement????
Reza Shah
Reza Shah - October 6, 2011 at 7:16am
Samsung will not have a value statement for Apple lovers ever X-(
Alexona
Alexona - October 6, 2011 at 6:40am
hummm where is Samsung's statement????
Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs - October 6, 2011 at 4:17am
So it take my passing to get everyone together huh...
Nt02
Nt02 - October 6, 2011 at 5:58am
Worked for me...
Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson - October 6, 2011 at 7:07am
Mine cleared my debts
Osama bin Laden
Osama bin Laden - October 6, 2011 at 8:37am
Mine too
Saddam Hussain
Saddam Hussain - October 6, 2011 at 7:18pm
Speak for yourselves!...I got nothin outta it!...ARRGH!
Martin Luther King
Martin Luther King - October 8, 2011 at 8:01am
My dream is almost fulfilled, so id say it worked for me. Sent my regards to the KKK!
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