[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book II)] [December 10, 2003] [Page 1705] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Statement on the Death of Paul Simon December 10, 2003 Laura and I were saddened to learn of the death of former Senator Paul Simon. Paul Simon contributed significantly to America as an Army special agent, newspaper publisher, Member of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, and author and teacher. He will be missed by the many people in Illinois and throughout the country whose lives he touched and improved. Laura and I send our condolences to his family and many friends.