    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 36, Number 35 (Monday, September 4, 2000)]
    [Page 1967]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the University of Arkansas Shooting

    August 28, 2000

        Hillary and I were shocked and heartbroken to learn of the tragic
    shooting earlier today at the University of Arkansas on the first day of
    fall classes. While our understanding of the facts in this case is still
    developing, we know that two more lives were taken on a day that should
    have been filled with hope and promise for students and faculty. Federal
    law enforcement officials are assisting local authorities with the
    investigation.
        Today's shooting strikes a particularly sad chord for Hillary and
    me, who both had the privilege of teaching at this wonderful
    institution. We send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers along with those
    of the American public to the families, the university, and the entire
    Fayetteville community as they work through this difficult time.