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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release October 28, 1997

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT

Hillary and I were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the death of Rep. Walter Capps. He was a rare soul, someone able to fuse intense spirituality with a devotion to his community and country. He brought constant values, a rare perspective, and a sense of moral grounding that public life too often lacks, and will sorely miss. I will always be grateful for his friendship and support. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Lois, his children Lisa, Todd and Laura, who has worked with us at the White House, and their entire family.

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