Death of Mike Jendrzejczyk of Human Rights Watch

It is with shock and sorrow that we heard the news of the tragic and sudden death yesterday of Mike Jendrzejczyk of Human Rights Watch. Mike was a deeply respected, valued friend and colleague in many enterprises over the years.

Many of us in the Department frequently reached out to Mike for his insights and perspectives on human rights conditions around the world, and for a quiet helping hand in efforts to get many imprisoned dissidents out of harm's way and resettled in the United States.

In everything he did, Mike adhered to his vision, to his ideals, and to his word. He was a person of absolute integrity. He will be very sorely missed by his many friends in the Department of State. His energy, good works and dedication to the cause of human rights will long be remembered.