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Trent Lott: “There is no question that some of the most eloquent speeches I have heard since I have been in the Senate were presented…”

On the recordJune 11, 1996
There is no question that some of the most eloquent speeches I have heard since I have been in the Senate were presented this morning by Senators on both sides of the aisle as a tribute to our good friend and majority leader, Bob Dole. They really were very impressive in terms of the relationship that Senators have had with Senator Dole and their love for him and for this institution. Many Senators have enjoyed working with Senator Dole and have learned a great deal from him. Certainly, I am one of those that has been studying at the feet of Bob Dole. It has been something to behold. He is truly a master of how to get things done. We can all learn from that. I hope that I am one that has learned and will remember those lessons.
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Trent Lott

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Paying tribute to Senator Bob Dole during a Senate floor speech.

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