Statement by U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker on the death of Nelson Mandela

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of Commerce on Dec. 5, 2013. It is reproduced in full below.

"Shown hate and persecution by those in authority, Nelson Mandela responded with reconciliation and resilience to free his people from oppression. My hope is that generations to come will learn from the example set by this quiet, yet powerful man who changed a country and our world for the better. I revere Nelson Mandela, and may God rest his soul."

Source: U.S. Department of Commerce