News of the death Wednesday of former Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman unleashed memories from his fellow Democrats as well as Republicans — not to mention reporters who covered him throughout his 40 years in elective office.

What was inarguably most recalled about Lieberman, 82, was that whether one agreed or disagreed with him, the gentleman from Connecticut was just that: a genuine gentleman with a good nature, a sense of self-deprecation, and a steadfast refusal to say anything harsh about anyone. 

Put another way, he had the magic of liking and being liked.

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