    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [January 18, 1998]
    [Page 77]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Decision of Representative Louis Stokes Not To Seek Reelection
    January 18, 1998

        Throughout his illustrious career in the United States Congress,
    Representative Louis Stokes has been a champion of America's finest
    values. He has worked tirelessly to better the lives of our children and
    our veterans and has stood steadfast in an effort to bring our country
    together amid all of our diversity to build a stronger community.
        Representative Stokes has been a true advocate for the people of
    Cleveland and for all Americans who support giving people the tools they
    need to make the most of their own lives. He has served our country from
    the bottom of his heart, and his retirement after three decades of
    dedicated service will be a loss felt by all.