[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (2000-2001, Book III)]
[December 8, 2000]
[Page 2665]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Statement on the Death of Representative Julian C. Dixon
December 8, 2000

    Hillary and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of 
Congressman Julian Dixon. Julian was a champion for the people of his 
district, his State, and our Nation. In his 22 years in the United 
States Congress, Julian worked tirelessly for his district, served with 
distinction on the appropriations and intelligence committees, was a 
powerful advocate for the people of the District of Columbia, and worked 
hard to make sure that the voices of the less fortunate could always be 
heard. He was a kind, gentle man who earned the admiration and respect 
of all who knew him. I saw that recently when we visited a wonderful 
diner in his district together. I will miss him, and I join all 
Americans in honoring Julian Dixon for this lifetime of service to his 
country. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Bettye, his son, Cary, his family, and 
many friends.