    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (2000, Book I)]
    [January 12, 2000]
    [Page 42]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Tom Foerster
    January 12, 2000

        Hillary and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Tom
    Foerster, who for 40 years served the people of Allegheny County with
    pride, distinction, and most of all, compassion. Tom's years in office,
    a record 28 of them as Allegheny County commissioner, should serve as an
    example to everyone of what a public servant ought to be.
        Throughout his long political career, Tom always put the needs of
    the people of Allegheny County first. I was particularly pleased that
    last year Tom decided to return to politics and was victorious in his
    race for a seat on the Allegheny County Council.
        Hillary and I extend our deepest sympathies to his wife,
    Georgeann, and to his family.