    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [November 9, 2006]
    [Page 2070]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Ed Bradley
    November 9, 2006

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death
    of Ed Bradley. For over 40 years, the American people have turned to Ed
    as a trusted source of information about events that have shaped our
    Nation. From serving as a White House correspondent to his many years as
    a journalist for a television newsmagazine, he produced distinctive
    investigative reports that inspired action and cemented his reputation
    as one of the most accomplished journalists of our time.
        Today our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Bradley's family and
    colleagues.