    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book II)]
    [September 30, 2002]
    [Page 1697]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Representative Patsy T. Mink
    September 30, 2002

        Laura and I are saddened by the news of the passing of Congresswoman
    Patsy Mink. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
    Patsy Mink fought tirelessly for the causes she supported, and our
    Nation is grateful to her for her long record of public service.