[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 34, Number 31 (Monday, August 3, 1998)]
[Page 1483]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Shootings at the Capitol

July 24, 1998

    Hillary and I were deeply disturbed to hear of the shootings this 
afternoon at the United States Capitol. Like all Americans, we extend 
our thoughts and prayers to the families of the slain officers, Jacob 
Chestnut and John Gibson, as well as to the injured victim and her 
family. The Capitol is the people's house, a place where visitors and 
workers should not have to fear violence. Every American appreciates the 
bravery of the Capitol Police who prevented further injury through their 
courageous actions.

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