PERSONAL STATEMENT BY CONGRESSMAN WM. LACY CLAY (D) MISSOURI

Washington, DC - "This is a time of great sadness for my family and me.  My wife and I have been discussing this situation for a number of months and this action should not have come as a surprise to anyone. Of course, my first concern is for our children, whom I love dearly, and for their peace & privacy. I will continue to be a devoted father to them, and I hope that the public will understand that this is a difficult, private family matter that will hopefully be resolved amicable and swiftly by all parties."