    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [March 3, 1998]
    [Pages 318-319]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Decision of Representative Esteban Torres Not To Seek Reelection
    March 3, 1998

        Throughout his distinguished career in the United States Congress,
    Representative Esteban Torres has dedicated himself to bettering the
    lives of his constituents and Hispanic-Americans

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    across the country. Representative Torres has shown true leadership in
    the area of civil rights and has stood steadfast in an effort to bring
    our country together amid all of our diversity to build a stronger
    community.
        Congressman Torres has led efforts to provide people with the tools
    they need to make the most of their own lives. He has set the standard
    for excellence in public service, and his retirement after over 15 years
    will be a loss felt across the country.