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(Last Updated On: February 14, 2020)

For posterity, here are some incredible farewell tweets to Andrew Yang. Andrew Yang made a deep impression on the Democratic Party, podcast hosts, and of course the Yang Gang. He started a conversation with America about universal basic income that will endure, and maybe one day become official US policy.

This warm send off fits the impact he made, and in the words of Andrew Yang, “We’ll be back.”

.@AndrewYang was a breath of fresh air in the race for POTUS. A unique, humane and often humorous voice, who shone a light on the impact of technological change and offered bold, thoughtful answers. This is not the last we will hear from him. — David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) February 12, 2020

As the parent of a special needs child, I also appreciated the sensitivity with which @AndrewYang talked on the trail about his son and the need to see the worth and humanity in everyone. https://t.co/Gi2aMQvNpe — David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) February 12, 2020

My endorsement killed the Yang campaign. Sorry @AndrewYang. No one can survive my support. — Ken Bone (@kenbone18) February 12, 2020

One of my most unexpected pleasures of the 2020 campaign was getting to know you better, @AndrewYang. Your campaign made us a better nation. Your vision, ideas and heart elevated us, and your friendship elevates me. — Cory Booker (@CoryBooker) February 12, 2020

Andrew Yang was too good for the presidential race, says @matthewwalther. His failure is America's loss. https://t.co/7bXpnFFspr — The Week (@TheWeek) February 12, 2020

I hope Andrew Yang is on the debate stage for a long time to come. Nothing else like him in American politics — Saagar Enjeti (@esaagar) February 8, 2020

Yes, thank you, @AndrewYang. I get how your identity was (rightly) important to many. To me, most important was the ideas. The (American political) world sees something now they didn’t see before. Next, they will accept it. https://t.co/KGzuyQuTKs — Lessig (@lessig) February 12, 2020

Cheers, brother. You ran an amazing campaign and put UBI on the map. Thanks for all the hard work. https://t.co/drRvYrMUEH — Sam Harris (@SamHarrisOrg) February 12, 2020

Andrew, I will miss you on the campaign trail. You’ve inspired so many new people to join politics. By thinking outside of the box, you will have a lasting mark in bringing new voters to the ballot box in 2020. And I’ve enjoyed hanging out with the #yanggang. — Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) February 12, 2020

This is huge. We've got a new playbook. @AndrewYang 🙏 Thank you. 💙 — Nerissa Kelly (@OfficialNerissa) February 12, 2020

Thank you @AndrewYang for transcending party lines and showing us the campaign of the future – Looking forward to what's next for you 🧢 — Ethan Klein (@h3h3productions) February 12, 2020

Democrats would be insane to not reach out to Andrew Yang, learn from what he built and how he did it, and make him a part of our future in this campaign and beyond. — Ben Rhodes (@brhodes) February 12, 2020

Andrew Yang was joyful and hopeful candidate who brought new people into the process. He’s a thoughtful person who should be a key leader in the Democratic Party going forward. Best wishes to his team and to his supporters. — Brian Schatz (@brianschatz) February 12, 2020

You ran a great race, @AndrewYang. Your campaign focused on the future, and looked like you were having a lot of fun doing it. Thank you for bringing up ideas like UBI and opening a discourse on how we better value undervalued work like caregiving. — Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) February 12, 2020

Really sad Andrew is dropping out. He’s an incredibly authentic person who was focused on solving the big existential problems facing the world. Thank you Andrew for bringing universal basic income back into the national conversation. It’s well overdue. #yanggangforever https://t.co/hwdeXSPba0 — jack 🌍🌏🌎 (@jack) February 12, 2020

.@AndrewYang suspended his campaign tonight, but I think this remains true. The #YangGang shifted the Overton Window in some big ways: UBI, Asian-American candidates, bipartisanship, evidence-based policy, math/science, and more. A landmark run. #NHPrimary2020 #Yang2024 https://t.co/MLxxOyg6xG — Jacy Reese (@jacyreese) February 12, 2020

Loved the way you ran your race. It was honest, it defied the odds and the norms, it was creative, it was fun. Blown away by the energy and optimism of your supporters. Grateful for the kindness and sense of humor you showed on the trail. https://t.co/PgSDDv23DH — Beto O'Rourke (@BetoORourke) February 12, 2020

This is just the beginning, we still have over 30 elections for candidates supporting UBI in 2020! #UBI #FreedomDividend #UBIcaucus #YangGang pic.twitter.com/COrgeEgEhm — Ryan Blevins for Congress 🧢 (@Blevins2020) February 12, 2020

Changed the game for the better. Thank you for running for President @AndrewYang https://t.co/1RA4F9qId5 — Ronny Chieng (@ronnychieng) February 12, 2020

It took us a year just to get verified on Twitter, a year for Wikipedia to list him as a major candidate, and longer for media to mention he existed



The genie is out. For the true believers, this photo shows: anything is possible. Build. Run.



The revolution of reason has begun. pic.twitter.com/3MqSLexcru — Andrew Frawley 🧢 (@TweetAtAndrew) February 12, 2020

The energy @AndrewYang has brought to this race is undeniable and the coalition he was able to craft is something the democratic party should take seriously and also literally. https://t.co/e8ZOXvESij — Liz Plank (@feministabulous) February 12, 2020

I didn't do enough. @AndrewYang I failed you. I'm so sorry bro. I will always love you bro. You made me better. pic.twitter.com/QNqM5KeeMx — 🇺🇸Fred The Felon🇺🇸 (@felon_fred) February 12, 2020

.@AndrewYang is one of the most honest, decent and thoroughly upbeat human beings that’s aspired to higher office in the US. And he outperformed literally everybody’s expectations in the 2020 race.



Let’s not forget that. He’s an inspiration. I thank him for running. — ian bremmer (@ianbremmer) February 12, 2020

One of my favorite @AndrewYang nuggets was the idea that we can’t measure how a country is doing simply by its stock markets and GDP. We should be including our health, clean air/water, mental health and so much more. This is how we measure success. 🙌🏽🙏🏽 — Sheetal Sheth (@sheetalsheth) February 13, 2020

.@AndrewYang I’ve so enjoyed getting to know you & am grateful for our friendship. You brought energy & creative ideas that inspired so many! I know you’ll continue working for positive change in our nation as we work together toward a bright future for all Americans. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/gyf0upcocv — Tulsi Gabbard 🌺 (@TulsiGabbard) February 12, 2020

I appreciate the way Andrew lifted up the idea of a basic income and talked about the brutal nature of our economy on people and humanity. I never thought we were launched our basic income pilot in 2017, that a Presidential candidate would be talking about the concept. https://t.co/nJwDmJ2gKr — Michael Tubbs (@MichaelDTubbs) February 12, 2020

I liked @AndrewYang and his campaign enormously https://t.co/jBAHheTfnZ — Matthew Walther (@matthewwalther) February 12, 2020

.@AndrewYang didn’t just run a campaign, he built a movement. He brought a visionary perspective to this race and he championed issues that mattered.



This party is better with Andrew in it, and I wish him the best. https://t.co/ebMuHpbmTw — Mike Bloomberg (@MikeBloomberg) February 12, 2020

Dear @AndrewYang, I’m honored to be a part of the first Asian-American Democratic presidential campaign. You have changed the conversation for the better and educated millions on the root of this country’s problems. Much love to you, Evelyn & your beautiful family.#YangGang4Life — Ken Jeong (@kenjeong) February 12, 2020

Congrats to @AndrewYang on a solid run for the US Presidency.



I've found him and his supporters to be kinder and more reasonable than those of other Dem candidates.



I maintain my position that the Democratic Party is awful



He & Tulsi should consider going independent next time — ZUBY: (@ZubyMusic) February 12, 2020

Thank you, @AndrewYang, for your vision, and for your hugely impressive and inspiring campaign. No one in living memory has done as much to spread the idea of a universal basic income and a world without poverty. https://t.co/zo5Oqrv4l3 — Rutger Bregman (@rcbregman) February 12, 2020

.@AndrewYang is a leading voice about the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution. He brought fun and new ideas to the race. I'm grateful for it, and hope we hear more from him regarding how to ensure workers succeed in an era of increasing automation. — Joe Biden (Text Join to 30330) (@JoeBiden) February 12, 2020

Tech is dangerous but humans can persevere if we act now together — was the singular legacy of @AndrewYang's campaign. Few others raised this on the nat'l stage like he did, not even Elon. Rise of automation, the stunning lack of data privacy laws, and– — Yoonj Kim (@YoonjKim) February 12, 2020

The great Andrew Yang was a victim of being ahead of his time. Don't worry, pal, the nation will catch up. #YangGang2024 — Norm Macdonald (@normmacdonald) February 12, 2020

1/ I couldn't be prouder of my friend @AndrewYang, who set the world on fire with his amazing and inspirational presidential campaign. #YangGang pic.twitter.com/UX9QQ9ECVg — Quentin Palfrey (@qpalfrey) February 12, 2020

.@AndrewYang was the Linsanity of politics. Against odds&expectations he rose to great heights during an epic run, baffled opponents, & shattered the perception of AsianAm men in an industry that rarely sees us succeed. But he did it, with great ideas, intellect, & integrity. — philipwang (@philipwang) February 13, 2020

#YangGang I’m so grateful to this campaign and the energy we’ve created around it. This was all possible because one special dude named @AndrewYang had a vision for improving the lives of all Americans. Believe him when he says he’ll be back. This isn’t over. pic.twitter.com/iLG82D0CjT — Brittany Parriett🧢 (@BParriett) February 13, 2020

My son, Matthew, you were instrumental in moving @AndrewYang campaign forward. All your videos, live streams, attendance @ AY events, texts, phone banking, knocking on doors, all had a positive impact on our country. You personally donated & raised mega $$$ for the campaign. ❤️ https://t.co/zgpSTHuUcq — Ivy Skidmore (BeTrue2You) (@Skidmore_Ivy) February 12, 2020

We’ll be back. — Andrew Yang🧢 (@AndrewYang) February 12, 2020

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