Bertie Bowman, who came from humble beginnings, had a unique grace and brought joy to all of us who had the privilege to serve with him. He loved the life that he lived. businessinsider.com/herbert-bertie…

My heart goes out to the Sundquist family with the loss this morning of Governor Sundquist. He gave 20 years in service to our state which he loved so much. I will forever be grateful to him in allowing me to serve in his first administration.

I applaud Gov. Lee for taking steps to strengthen the efficiency of firearm background checks and encourage him to work diligently with the General Assembly to pass a common sense order of protection law keeping firearms out of the hands of those who are a danger to our citizens.

Our hearts go out to Lamar and his family with the loss of Honey. We cherish Honey's rich life of service and are grateful that Lamar and Honey have been able to be inseparable since leaving the Senate. Bob and Elizabeth Corker

The administration would be wise to heed Fareed Zakaria’s advice. wapo.st/3vowatG

If Ukraine does not continue as an independent democracy, it will mark another milestone in the decline of the U.S. and the West. Half measures on sanctions and support are not cutting it. We are at war.

Congratulations to Gov. Bill Lee and Stuart C. McWhorter on this outstanding announcement. I could not be happier for our state and the many families in West Tennessee who will benefit greatly from this partnership with Ford Motor Company.

Some of my most memorable experiences as a young Commissioner of Finance were dealing with Sen. Harper. She was a fierce advocate for her constituents, but beneath that tough veneer was a warm and kind human being with a great sense of humor. She has a special place in my heart.

Senator Brock served our country with distinction and honor and made our state proud. His care and concern about our citizenry was always on display until the very end. I will miss his kind words of encouragement and cheerful nature, and my heart goes out to Sandy and his family.

I applaud the seven Republican senators who voted to convict for their courage today.

Congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. I wish the new administration well as they work to address the many challenges facing our great country.

The American people are witnessing the true character of Donald Trump today and the culmination of his actions. I hope those aiding and abetting him in Congress will rethink their approach, with the understanding that if they do not, they will own this with him.

I am saddened that some senators plan to undermine our democratic process that gives the American people, not politicians, the right to elect our president.

The incoming administration should be extremely careful in its approach to the deeply flawed Iran nuclear deal. The Trump administration has created tremendous opportunity in the region that President-elect Biden can build upon. bit.ly/39WLvsn

While the president has the right to legitimate legal challenges, responsible citizens cannot let the reckless actions by him and his legal team stand. Republicans have an obligation when the subject is of such importance to challenge demagoguery and patently false statements.

The election effort that matters now is ensuring Georgia sends at least one Republican back to the United States Senate on January 5.

Part of leadership and serving in elective office is being truthful with those you lead or represent whether they want to hear it or not. Thank you, Karl Rove. on.wsj.com/36ybmUp

I congratulate President-elect Biden and wish him well as he organizes to lead our country.
 
After 2016 and 2020, surely our country can improve our election system where results are beyond question — and beyond demagoguery from either side of the aisle.