    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book II)]
    [October 6, 2007]
    [Page 1292]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Representative Jo Ann Davis
    October 6, 2007

        Laura and I are deeply saddened that
    Representative Jo Ann Davis lost her courageous battle with breast
    cancer today. Her determination to fight the disease is an inspiration
    to all of us.
        Over the course of her four terms in the U.S. House of
    Representatives, she was an effective advocate for the people of her
    district and a strong supporter of our men and women in uniform. She was
    a fine example of a public servant who worked hard to cut Government
    waste to ensure the people's money was used wisely. Her commonsense
    values will be missed on Capitol Hill.
        Laura and I send our thoughts and prayers to
    her husband Chuck, their two sons, and the rest of
    the Davis family during this difficult time.