THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
(Aboard Air Force One)
___________________________________________________________________________
___
For Immediate Release October 17,
2000
STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT
Hillary and I were very saddened to learn of the tragic death of my
friend Governor Mel Carnahan, his son Randy, and his aide Chris Sifford.
Mel devoted his life to his family, his state and our nation. Whether in
the Air Force or the state legislature, as Lieutenant Governor or Governor,
he always put the highest priority on serving others.
In his last campaign, Mel Carnahan, as always, gave everything he had
for what he believed in. He loved politics and public service, and his
extraordinary record proved they can be noble endeavors. For many years
now, I have been proud to call Mel Carnahan my partner, and prouder still
to call him my friend.
Hillary and I send our deepest condolences to his wonderful wife Jean,
to Russ, Robin, Tom and the rest of his family, to the other families whose
loved ones perished, and to the people of Missouri, whom he loved so much
and served so well.
30-30-30
President and First Lady | Vice President and Mrs. Gore
Record of Progress | The Briefing Room
Gateway to Government | Contacting the White House | White House for Kids
White House History | White House Tours | Help
Privacy Statement