Gov. Bentley and Senator Shelby Release Statements Regarding Harper Lee’s Death

Governor Robert Bentley and U.S. Senator Richard Shelby both release statements in the wake of famed author Harper Lee’s death. Lee was an Alabama native and touched many people.

Governor Bentley:

“Today, we mourn the loss of Alabama’s treasured author Nelle Harper Lee.  Harper Lee’s literary impact reaches far beyond the borders of our state and nation. To Kill A Mockingbird has impacted people around the word. It is because of Harper Lee that the world knows about her special hometown of Monroeville, which celebrated the launch of Lee’s second novel Go Set A Watchman last year. Harper Lee’s legacy will live on as we introduce Scout, Jem, Atticus and Lee’s beloved Macomb to future generations. I join Alabamians in praying for Harper Lee’s family and the City of Monroeville in the difficult days ahead.

“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view—” “Sir?” “—until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.” May we honor Harper Lee by never losing sight of this.”

Senator Shelby:

“Today I join Alabamians and all Americans in mourning the passing of Harper Lee.  Ms. Lee’s ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ will live on as one of the most beloved, classic books in American history.  Harper Lee was a true literary legend, and her work has impacted the lives of many.  She will be deeply missed.”