    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1997, Book II)]
    [November 17, 1997]
    [Page 1596]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    [[Page 1596]]

    Statement on Representative Ronald V. Dellums' Decision Not To Seek
    Reelection
    November 17, 1997

        Representative Ron Dellums has been an indefatigable advocate in the
    Congress for the interests of ordinary Americans, in Oakland and
    throughout the Nation. He has worked hard to secure policies and
    programs that respond to the needs of poor and middle income families. I
    have appreciated his strong voice and his effective work for justice and
    reconciliation, not only here but around the world. He has been a highly
    forceful leader for our national security, making sure that the vital
    work of national defense is conducted with a watchful eye on taxpayer
    dollars.
        I thank Ron for his long and effective years of commitment and
    service to America. The people of Oakland and the Nation owe him a debt
    of gratitude.