    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book II)]
    [October 1, 2002]
    [Page 1702]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Walter Annenberg
    October 1, 2002

        Walter Annenberg's life serves as a shining example of generosity,
    patriotism, and dedication to serving others. As Ambassador to Great
    Britain, he was an outstanding representative of America to the world.
    As a business leader and an innovator, he understood the media's impact
    on American culture and encouraged television to be a positive influence
    on society.
        Mr. Annenberg firmly believed that strong education was the key to a
    quality citizenry, and his commitment to education reform has benefited
    innumerable lives through research, support for scholarships, and
    greater accessibility to educational programming through public
    television. America is a better place because of his contributions and
    influence. He will be greatly missed, and his legacy will undoubtedly
    live on.