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On the recordJuly 28, 1998
I rise today to honor Officer John Gibson and Officer Jacob Chestnut. Last Friday, these two men willingly gave their lives to defend our Nation's Capitol and its citizens. Their courage and conviction to duty should be a lesson to all of us. As family men, these two officers had much to live for, much to look forward to, yet day in and day out these two family men worked their jobs knowing that some day they may have to put their lives on the line. When that day came, they met the challenge with the strength of many, and selflessly placed themselves in harm's way to protect so many others. I and the people of the 15th District of Illinois greatly appreciate the fact that they gave their lives defending the People's House. Officers Chestnut and Gibson will be missed by all of us, and may their sacrifice never be forgotten.
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Thomas Ewing
Republican · Illinois
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Honoring Officers John Gibson and Jacob Chestnut for their sacrifice in defending the Capitol.

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