A statement from President Jere W. Morehead on the passing of Georgia House Speaker David Ralston:

“Speaker Ralston was a dedicated public servant who devoted himself to advancing our great state and all its citizens. I will always be grateful for his wise counsel and friendship, dating back to our time together as law students at UGA. He was a steadfast supporter of the University of Georgia and higher education in our state. David and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.”