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On the recordSeptember 17, 1996
our friend and colleague from Colorado, Senator Hank Brown, will be leaving at the end of the 104th Congress after only one term in the Senate. But, he will nevertheless leave a lasting legacy of accomplishment that matches that of others who have served here for far longer periods. I have had the pleasure of serving with Hank on the Judiciary Committee during the last few years. His leadership on that committee and his contributions to our sometimes controversial debates were always thoughtful, analytical, fair, and respectful. He has been firm in his beliefs and opinions, but never failed to listen and consider those of the other members of the committee. Senator Brown has also been an outstanding leader on military, foreign policy, trade, budgetary, and a host of other issues. I was especially impressed with his efforts to resolve the dispute with Pakistan over certain weapons transfers. He was able to forge a compromise between the administration and Congress which serves our national interests as well as those of India and Pakistan.
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Howell Heflin
Democratic · Alabama

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Paying tribute to Senator Hank Brown as he prepares to leave the Senate after one term.

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