    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1996, Book II)]
    [July 23, 1996]
    [Page 1192]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Hamilton Fish, Jr.
    July 23, 1996

        Hillary and I wish to express our sympathy over the death of former
    U.S. Representative Hamilton Fish, Jr.
        In the tradition of his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather,
    Ham chose a life of public service in the Congress, where he tirelessly
    championed social causes and civil rights even when it was not the
    popular thing to do. His support of the Fair Housing Act, Americans with
    Disabilities Act, and Civil Rights Act reflects his determined concern
    for equality and righteousness for all. I had asked Ham to serve on the
    Board of Directors of the Legal Services Corporation, but unfortunately
    his health kept him from accepting that nomination. Ham will be
    remembered for his efforts on behalf all Americans and especially for
    his service to the people of New York's 19th District. Our prayers are
    with his family and friends in this time.