[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 40, Number 42 (Monday, October 18, 2004)]
[Pages 2350-2351]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Death of Christopher Reeve

October 11, 2004

    Laura and I are saddened by the death of Christopher Reeve. Mr. 
Reeve was an example of personal courage, optimism, and self-
determination. He was brave in the face of adversity and was greatly 
admired by millions of Americans. He will be remembered

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as an accomplished actor and for his dedicated advocacy for those with 
physical disabilities. We send our prayers and condolences to his family 
and friends.