[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 32, Number 49 (Monday, December 9, 1996)]
[Page 2458]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Resignation of Senior Adviser for Policy and Strategy 
George Stephanopoulos

December 4, 1996

    From the snows of New Hampshire in 1991 until the present day, no 
one has rendered me better advice, nor given more loyal service to this 
Nation than George Stephanopoulos. There's no one in Washington who has 
a better understanding of the intersection of politics, policy, and the 
way those affect the American people. His work here at the White House 
is evidence of his deep respect for our country, its system of 
government, and its people. He cannot be replaced.
    George will undoubtedly be a great teacher at Columbia. His 
boundless intellectual curiosity will be put to good use, shaping the 
leadership of the future.

Note: Press Secretary Mike McCurry read this statement during his daily 
briefing.