Auschwitz-Birkinau death camps

Vice President to Lead U.S. Delegation to Poland

Vice President Cheney will lead the United States delegation to Poland for the 60th commemoration of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkinau death camps.

In addition to attending the official commemoration ceremonies on January 27, 2005, Vice President Cheney, accompanied by Mrs. Cheney, will participate in an event honoring survivors of the Holocaust who are now American citizens, deliver remarks to an international forum, and tour Auschwitz.

The Vice President's agenda will include bilateral meetings with Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski, Polish Prime Minister Marek Belka, and Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko. # # #

For Immediate Release Office of the Vice President January 24, 2005

death of Johnny Carson

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT

Laura and I are saddened by the death of Johnny Carson. Born in Iowa and raised in Nebraska, Johnny Carson was a steady and reassuring presence in homes across America for three decades. His wit and insight made Americans laugh and think and had a profound influence on American life and entertainment. He was a patriot who served in the United States Navy during World War II and always remembered his roots in the heartland of America. We send our prayers and condolences to the entire Carson family. ###

For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary January 24, 2005 Statement by the President