THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President ___________________________________________________________________________ _____ For Immediate Release Contact: (202) 456-7035 Wednesday, November 29, 2000 STATEMENT BY THE VICE PRESIDENT Tipper and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Congressman Henry B. Gonzalez of Texas. Throughout his career, Henry was a champion for those less fortunate. He was a leader in the causes of civil rights, affordable housing and economic justice for all. As Chairman of the House Banking Committee, he helped lead the effort to reform and strengthen the savings and loan industry. Henry was the first Mexican-American from Texas to serve in Congress and he spent more than four decades in public service. We will miss Henry for his leadership, his passion and his sense of fair play for all. We are heartened by the fact that his son Charlie, as a member of Congress, will continue Henry?s endeavors for all Americans. Tipper and I offer our prayers to his wife, Bertha, and their children. # # #
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