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Hillary Clinton in Springfield Monday for an MSNBC town hall

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at Sullivan Community Center and Family Aquatic Center in Vernon Hills, Ill., Thursday, March 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at Sullivan Community Center and Family Aquatic Center in Vernon Hills, Ill., Thursday, March 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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Posted Mar. 11, 2016
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton will be in Springfield on Monday to participate in a town-hall meeting hosted by cable channel MSNBC
The town hall, moderated by Chris Matthews, host of MSNBC’s “Hardball” program, will air at 6 p.m. on the cable channel. No other details, including the venue and whether the public can see the event in person, were immediately released in an announcement from MSNBC.

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Hillary went from a Democratic Dinner podium to a town hall stage in a matter of 15 minutes.
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I have done my best to summarize her responses below.  In some cases, her Twitter account was there to help out. The questions appear in the text at the bottom of the photos.

Hillary’s questions kicked off with Donald Trump, and she referred to comments made a few minutes earlier at the Ohio Democratic Legacy dinner.   She said Trump bears responsibility for what happens at his events because he not only incites violence, he applauds it.

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She responded to the trade union question by saying all of society needs to be opened up, including trade unions.

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Steel dumping: She believes it is illegal and would stop that.  Hillary would appoint a trade czar to oversee execution of agreements and prevent violations.

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Would she be militarily aggressive?  She would use every diplomatic tool at her disposal.

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Death penalty question:  Hillary would like to see states and or SCOTUS rule against it. But terrorist activities under federal laws cause her to want to preserve it for very limited use.

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Health insurance costs: Get co-pays, premiums, and costs down and make it possible to find affordable insurance on the available exchanges.  Get non-profits into the competitive mix. HRC will do everything she can to reduce costs and encouraged the woman to keep shopping, that there are more reasonable plans out there.

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Incarceration:  She pointed to her complex plan. “Systemic racism is at work in our criminal justice system. We’ve got to stand up and end these inequities; end the school-to-prison pipeline and build a cradle-to-college pipeline. We’ve got to stop building prisons and invest in education.” – Hillary

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Fracking: She supports regulation.  States set these laws.  As POTUS she will try to regulate. A federal ban cannot be promised – by anyone!

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Defeating Trump:  She has more votes than anybody – the base is there; the Republicans have been after her for 25 years, and she has developed a thick skin and is ready to go against him; is uniquely qualified as former SOS to speak to what his presidency would mean internationally.  “Whoever goes up against Donald Trump better be ready. I am the best prepared candidate to do that.” —Hillary

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Gun violence:  It is truly an epidemic; probably cannot prevent all gun deaths but that does not mean doing nothing.  Enforce background checks, close loopholes, and crack down on manufacturers and dealers.  Reverse the immunity law.  She will take on the gun lobby.  “Failing to do anything—which is what we’re doing now—will only lead to more loss of life.” —Hillary on gun violence prevention.  “I am sick and tired of these murders and random acts of gun violence … It’s absolutely unacceptable that the gun industry can’t be held accountable when they endanger Americans” —Hillary

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She has plans for energy renewal and has plans for jobs in communities that traditionally have depended upon fossil fuels.

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I am better when I have a job to do than at trying to get the job.

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This event directly preceded the town hall tonight explaining why Hillary once again followed Bernie Sanders at the televised event.

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Hillary was in Ohio, Sunday morning, for services at Mt. Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills. U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge accompanied her.

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton reacts as she attends a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship Church accompanied by Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (R) during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton reacts as she attends a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship Church accompanied by Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (R) during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship Church during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship Church during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, left, sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, left, sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship church, accompanied by Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (R), during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a mass at the Mt. Zion Fellowship church, accompanied by Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (R), during a campaign stop in Highland Hills, Ohio March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, left, is acknowledged as she sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, left, is acknowledged as she sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton sings during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton sings during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, joined by U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, right, sings during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, joined by U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, right, sings during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton looks to Senior Pastor Clifton Ronald St. Clair Williams during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton looks to Senior Pastor Clifton Ronald St. Clair Williams during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves as she sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves as she sits with U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, during service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton attends service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton attends service at Mount Zion Fellowship Church in Highland Hills, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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Later, in Marion, Hillary met with local residents at 8 Sisters Bakery.  One little guy really grabbed her attention!

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton participates in a meeting with local residents at coffee shop during a campaign stop in Marion, Ohio March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton participates in a meeting with local residents at coffee shop during a campaign stop in Marion, Ohio March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

A baby looks at Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton as she speaks with local residents during a campaign stop meeting at coffee shop in Marion, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

A baby looks at Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton as she speaks with local residents during a campaign stop meeting at coffee shop in Marion, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton pats a baby's tummy as she visits 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton pats a baby’s tummy as she visits 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton shakes hands as she arrives at a meeting with local residents during a campaign stop in a coffee shop in Marion, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton shakes hands as she arrives at a meeting with local residents during a campaign stop in a coffee shop in Marion, Ohio, March 13, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, joined by Marion, Ohio, Mayor Scott Schertzer, right, greets a woman behind the counter as she arrives for a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, joined by Marion, Ohio, Mayor Scott Schertzer, right, greets a woman behind the counter as she arrives for a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks to a small group during a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks to a small group during a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

As James Kee holds his baby son, Merric Kee, in the background, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks during a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

As James Kee holds his baby son, Merric Kee, in the background, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks during a campaign stop at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton greets people as she arrives for a campaign visit at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton greets people as she arrives for a campaign visit at 8 Sisters Bakery in Marion, Ohio, Sunday, March 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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Hope everyone remembered to turn the clocks ahead!  Check your local listings!

CNN, TV One to host presidential town hall

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Hillary has released this statement to clarify remarks she made yesterday.

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On the fight against HIV and AIDS—and on the people who really started the conversation.

Yesterday, at Nancy Reagan’s funeral, I said something inaccurate when speaking about the Reagans’ record on HIV and AIDS. Since then, I’ve heard from countless people who were devastated by the loss of friends and loved ones, and hurt and disappointed by what I said. As someone who has also lost friends and loved ones to AIDS, I understand why. I made a mistake, plain and simple.

I want to use this opportunity to talk not only about where we’ve come from, but where we must go in the fight against HIV and AIDS.

To be clear, the Reagans did not start a national conversation about HIV and AIDS. That distinction belongs to generations of brave lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people, along with straight allies, who started not just a conversation but a movement that continues to this day.

The AIDS crisis in America began as a quiet, deadly epidemic. Because of discrimination and disregard, it remained that way for far too long. When many in positions of power turned a blind eye, it was groups like ACT UP, Gay Men’s Health Crisis and others that came forward to shatter the silence — because as they reminded us again and again, Silence = Death.

They organized and marched, held die-ins on the steps of city halls and vigils in the streets. They fought alongside a few courageous voices in Washington, like U.S. Representative Henry Waxman, who spoke out from the floor of Congress. Then there were all the people whose names we don’t often hear today — the unsung heroes who fought on the front lines of the crisis, from hospital wards and bedsides, some with their last breath.

Slowly, too slowly, ignorance was crowded out by information. People who had once closed their eyes opened their hearts. If not for those advocates, activists, and ordinary, heroic people, we would not be where we are in preventing and treating HIV and AIDS. Their courage — and their refusal to accept silence as the status quo — saved lives.

We’ve come a long way. But we still have work to do to eradicate this disease for good and to erase the stigma that is an echo of a shameful and painful period in our country’s history. This issue matters to me deeply. And I’ve always tried to do my part in the fight against this disease, and the stigma and pain that accompanies it. At the 1992 Democratic National Convention, when my husband accepted the nomination for president, we marked a break with the past by having two HIV-positive speakers — the first time that ever happened at a national convention.

As First Lady, I brought together world leaders to strategize and coordinate efforts to take on HIV and AIDS around the world. In the Senate, I put forward legislation to expand global AIDS research and assistance and to increase prevention and education, and I proudly voted for the creation of PEPFAR and to defend and protect the Ryan White Act. And as secretary of state, I launched a campaign to usher in an AIDS-free generation through prevention and treatment, targeting the populations at greatest risk of contracting HIV.

The AIDS crisis looks very different today. There are more options for treatment and prevention than ever before. More people with HIV are leading full and happy lives. But HIV and AIDS are still with us. They continue to disproportionately impact communities of color, transgender people, young people and gay and bisexual men. There are still 1.2 million people living with HIV in the United States today, with about 50,000 people newly diagnosed each year. In Sub-Saharan Africa, almost 60 percent of people with HIV are women and girls. Even though the tools exist to end this epidemic once and for all, there are still far too many people dying today.

That is absolutely inexcusable.

I believe there’s even more we can — and must — do together. For starters, let’s continue to increase HIV and AIDS research and invest in the promising innovations that research is producing. Medications like PrEP are proving effective in preventing HIV infection; we should expand access to that drug for everyone, including at-risk populations. We should call on Republican governors to put people’s health and well-being ahead of politics and extend Medicaid, which would provide health care to those with HIV and AIDS.

We should call on states to reform outdated and stigmatizing HIV criminalization laws. We should increase global funding for HIV and AIDS prevention and treatment. And we should cap out-of-pocket expenses and drug costs—and hold companies like Turing and Valeant accountable when they attempt to gouge patients by jacking up the price of lifesaving medications.

We’re still surrounded by memories of loved ones lost and lives cut short. But we’re also surrounded by survivors who are fighting harder than ever.

We owe it to them and to future generations to continue that fight together. For the first time, an AIDS-free generation is in sight. As president, I promise you that I will not let up until we reach that goal. We will not leave anyone behind.

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Hillary brought her campaign to Cleveland today, and Ohio is ready for Hillary.

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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is embraced and greeted by Michael Nelson Sr., President Cleveland Chapter NAACP, second from left, and Rev. Dr. Jawanza Karriem Colvin, left in tan suit, as she come forward to speak during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is embraced and greeted by Michael Nelson Sr., President Cleveland Chapter NAACP, second from left, and Rev. Dr. Jawanza Karriem Colvin, left in tan suit, as she come forward to speak during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. Seated at left is Rev. Dr. Jawanza Karriem Colvin. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. Seated at left is Rev. Dr. Jawanza Karriem Colvin. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Mothers who have lost children to gun violence stand as they are acknowledged during Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Mothers who have lost children to gun violence stand as they are acknowledged during Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a town hall meeting at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church during a campaign stop in Cleveland, Ohio, March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church during a campaign stop in Cleveland, Ohio, March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is seen on a screen as she speaks at the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church during a campaign stop in Cleveland, Ohio March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is seen on a screen as she speaks at the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church during a campaign stop in Cleveland, Ohio March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

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Sláinte!!! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has a Guinness at the packed O'Donold's Irish Pub and Grill in Youngstown, Ohio, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has a Guinness at the packed O’Donold’s Irish Pub and Grill in Youngstown, Ohio, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton reacts as she visit a local bar during a campaign stop in Youngstown, Ohio, March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic U.S. Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton reacts as she visit a local bar during a campaign stop in Youngstown, Ohio, March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

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Last night was a pretty nasty blotch on our history.  Hillary spoke today in favor of unity and the common good.

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for a photo with with a member of the audience after speaking at the the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for a photo with with a member of the audience after speaking at the the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for a picture with supporters during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for a picture with supporters during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton arrives to speak as a campaign event at the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton arrives to speak as a campaign event at the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Jazz stretched out at the feet of her owner as Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Jazz stretched out at the feet of her owner as Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks to a supporter during a campaign stop at Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters' Training Center in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton talks to a supporter during a campaign stop at Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Supporters listen as U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign stop at Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters' Training Center in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Supporters listen as U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign stop at Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves to supporters during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves to supporters during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for photos with supporters after speaking at the the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton poses for photos with supporters after speaking at the the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Supporters of U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton wait for Clinton's speech during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Supporters of U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton wait for Clinton’s speech during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton lags as she poses for photos with supporters after speaking at the the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton lags as she poses for photos with supporters after speaking at the the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at the O'Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign event at the O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton visits the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters' Training Center during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton visits the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center during a campaign stop in Saint Louis, Missouri March 12, 2016. REUTERS/Carlos Barria

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton stands on stage as she is introduced by student Nathan Garrett at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton stands on stage as she is introduced by student Nathan Garrett at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton walks with student Nathan Garrett as they arrive at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton walks with student Nathan Garrett as they arrive at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton pauses as she speaks during a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton pauses as she speaks during a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton arrives with student Nathan Garrett at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton arrives with student Nathan Garrett at a campaign event at the Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center in St. Louis, Saturday, March 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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The funeral for former First Lady Nancy Reagan was held at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley CA. Rev. Stuart Kenworthy,  Vicar of the National Cathedral, officiated.  First Lady Michelle Obama, Former President George W. Bush, former First Ladies Laura Bush and Rosalynn Carter attended.  Ambassador Caroline Kennedy was there along with other former First Daughters Lynda Johnson Robb and Tricia Nixon Cox.  I am pretty sure I saw Susan Ford Bales.  Nancy Pelosi, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver were there and also Former First Lady, Senator, Secretary of State, and next President of the United States, Hillary Clinton.

Former President George W. Bush, left, and Hillary Clinton arrive at the funeral service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Former President George W. Bush, left, and Hillary Clinton arrive at the funeral service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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Former Canadian PM Brian Mulroney, Former Secretary of State James Baker, Tom Brokaw, Patti Davis, and Ron Reagan gave stirring and humorous eulogies.  Ron, endearingly,  had a little bit of trouble controlling his emotion near the end of his tribute.

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The Ave Maria, Amazing Grace, and the Battle Hymn of the Republic were sung.
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SIMI VALLEY, CA - MARCH 11:  Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L), Caroline Kennedy and Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton (R) follow the casket during funeral and burial services for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, California. The first lady is being buried at the library next to her husband, who died on June 5, 2004. Nancy Reagan died of heart failure at the age of 94. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)

SIMI VALLEY, CA – MARCH 11: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L), Caroline Kennedy and Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton (R) follow the casket during funeral and burial services for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, California. The first lady is being buried at the library next to her husband, who died on June 5, 2004. Nancy Reagan died of heart failure at the age of 94. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)

Rosalynn Carter, left, Caroline Kennedy, center, and Hillary Clinton, right, leave the funeral service for former First Lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Friday, March 11, 2016, in Simi Valley, calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Rosalynn Carter, left, Caroline Kennedy, center, and Hillary Clinton, right, leave the funeral service for former First Lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Friday, March 11, 2016, in Simi Valley, calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L-R), Caroline Kennedy, and Hillary Clinton walk to the grave site after the funeral of Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, United States, March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L-R), Caroline Kennedy, and Hillary Clinton walk to the grave site after the funeral of Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, United States, March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L-R), Caroline Kennedy, and Hillary Clinton walk to the grave site after the funeral of Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, United States, March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L-R), Caroline Kennedy, and Hillary Clinton walk to the grave site after the funeral of Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, United States, March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson

SIMI VALLEY, CA - MARCH 11:  Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton follows the casket during funeral and burial services for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, California. The first lady is being buried at the library next to her husband, who died on June 5, 2004. Nancy Reagan died of heart failure at the age of 94. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)

SIMI VALLEY, CA – MARCH 11: Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton follows the casket during funeral and burial services for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, California. The first lady is being buried at the library next to her husband, who died on June 5, 2004. Nancy Reagan died of heart failure at the age of 94. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)

The casket was led outside by a piper who also played Amazing Grace and Going Home.  A military band played Danny Boy, God Bless America, the Navy Hymn, and America the Beautiful.

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Former secretary of state James Baker (L) waits in a receiving line with former first lady Rosalynn Carter (C) and former first lady Hillary Clinton (R) as they pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016.  REUTERS/Mike Blake

Former secretary of state James Baker (L) waits in a receiving line with former first lady Rosalynn Carter (C) and former first lady Hillary Clinton (R) as they pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L) and former first lady Hillary Clinton wait in line to pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016.  REUTERS/Mike Blake

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (L) and former first lady Hillary Clinton wait in line to pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake

Patti Davis, left, greets Rosalynn Carter as Hillary Clinton touches the casket during the graveside service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Patti Davis, left, greets Rosalynn Carter as Hillary Clinton touches the casket during the graveside service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (C) greets Patti Davis as she and former first lady Hillary Clinton (R) pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter (C) greets Patti Davis as she and former first lady Hillary Clinton (R) pay their respects during the funeral for former first lady Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California March 11, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake

Patti Davis, left, greets Rosalynn Carter as Hillary Clinton looks at the casket during the graveside service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Patti Davis, left, greets Rosalynn Carter as Hillary Clinton looks at the casket during the graveside service for Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Friday, March 11, 2016 in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

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The sky opened up and it poured. That is always a good sign and a blessing at a funeral.

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Patti and Ron did a great job.  The arrangements were beautiful. Condolences to the family and best compliments on a beautiful service and memorial to your mom.

Hillary sat down with Andrea Mitchell prior to the ceremonies.

 

 

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