Reaction to the Disaster
“Our thoughts, our prayers have been with you through the night, and they will be with you in the days to come.”
--President Clinton in a message directed to the families
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“This is a sad day for all Americans. Elizabeth and I join our fellow citizens in praying for the families of the passengers and crew of Flight 800 who have lost their lives.”
--Republican presidential candidate Bob Dole.
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“I join with the American people in expressing my profound sadness over the crash. ... My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the passengers and crew.”
--Transportation Secretary Federico Pena.
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