03/07/1999
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"He fought the tyranny of racism, prosecuting civil rights cases in the South in the 1930's, long before it was popular anywhere in the United States."
"I am glad that Tom Dodd will be remembered here, in this place, in this building, with this center, in the State he loved, with the very best arsenal for the freedom he fought to defend his entire lif..."
"It has deeply moved all of us, and we thank you for your example."
"I am grateful for it and again grateful for its expression in this remarkable project which will help the people of Connecticut and the United States to understand their history."