[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book II)]
[August 19, 2008]
[Pages 1145-1146]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Statement on the Death of President Levy Patrick Mwanawasa of Zambia
August 19, 2008

    Laura and I are saddened to hear of the 
passing of Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa. President Mwanawasa was a 
champion of democracy in his own country and throughout Africa. As 
President of Zambia, President Mwanawasa launched a sweeping 
anticorruption campaign and dedicated himself to improving the welfare

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of all Zambians. As Chairman of the Southern African Development 
Community, President Mwanawasa worked tirelessly to uphold the values of 
good governance, speaking out against human rights abuses and threats to 
democracy when many others were silent.
    On behalf of the United States, we extend our sincere condolences to 
President Mwanawasa's wife, his family, 
and all Zambians during this difficult time.