    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 43, Number 36 (Monday, September 10, 2007)]
    [Pages 1181-1182]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the Death of
    Jennifer Blackburn Dunn

    September 6, 2007

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of Jennifer Dunn. She
    was a good friend and compassionate leader. During her congressional
    career, Jennifer effectively promoted policies that enabled more people
    throughout our country to realize the American Dream. She was committed
    to reforming welfare, reducing taxes, and strengthening our health care
    system. She was a tireless advocate for free trade and worked to

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    eliminate the death tax, believing that leadership on these issues would
    foster growth and prosperity for small businesses and communities. As a
    member of the House Republican leadership, Jennifer used her position to
    help strengthen women's rights and protect children.
        After leaving Congress, Jennifer continued to be a strong advocate
    of commonsense conservative values.
        Jennifer was most proud of her family. Our thoughts and prayers are
    with Keith, Bryant, Reagan, and Angus.