GOVERNOR BROWN ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF NELSON MANDELA

Sacramento, California - Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement regarding the death of Nelson Mandela:

“Nelson Mandela fought heroically for freedom and a truly democratic society. His courageous life shows what’s possible when one acts on his convictions.”

In honor of Nelson Mandela, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

BREAKING NEWS: Nelson Mandela dies at 95

South Africa - The former President of South Africa has died at the age of 95 after battling sickness for months. Our prayers go out to his family, friends and country.

The announcement was made by South African president Jacob Zuma.

Mandela spent almost three months in a Pretoria hospital after being admitted in June with a recurring lung infection.