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On the recordDecember 21, 2017
today I wish to honor my good friend and colleague from Alabama, Senator Luther Strange, prior to his departure from the U.S. Senate. While Luther and I have worked closely together in the Senate, our friendship dates back nearly four decades. Over the years, I have had the privilege of not only getting to know Luther, but also getting to know his wife, Melissa, and his two sons, Luke and Keehn. Even before Luther was appointed to the U.S. Senate, he and I worked alongside each other throughout much of our careers. When Luther was sworn in to fill Attorney General Sessions' seat, I was pleased to have him just down the hall from my office. As soon as Luther was sworn into the Senate, he hit the ground running. His camaraderie, integrity, and great attitude did not go unnoticed. Another thing we all quickly observed about Luther in the Senate was his willingness to help in any situation. He was always the first to volunteer, whether the task be big or small. Luther is admired by Members on both sides of the aisle, which is rare in Washington. He has made a lot of friends in the Senate and has worked in a bipartisan fashion. In addition to his work ethic and great attitude, Luther was able to accomplish an incredible amount legislatively in a short period of time.…
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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