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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Vice President

For Immediate Release June 24, 1997

STATEMENT OF THE VICE PRESIDENT

My wife Tipper and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Betty Shabazz. Dr. Shabazz will long be remembered as a strong and courageous woman who overcame much hardship in her own life to triumph the cause of others. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

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