For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 27, 2003
President's Statement on the Death of Senator Thurmond
Statement by the President
Senator Strom Thurmond led an extraordinary life. He served in the
Army during World War II, earning a Bronze Star for valor and landing
at Normandy on D-Day. He served his country as Senator, Governor, and
state legislator and was a beloved teacher, coach, husband, father, and
grandfather. While campaigning across South Carolina with him in 1988,
I saw first hand the tremendous love he had for his constituents, and
the admiration the people of South Carolina had for him. He was also a
friend and I was honored to have hosted his 100th birthday at the White
House. Laura joins me in sending our prayers and condolences to the
entire Thurmond family. He will be missed.
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