Tom Carper: “Most people are not familiar with the Jefferson-Lincoln Awards, but they are given out every year to different people…”

“Most people are not familiar with the Jefferson-Lincoln Awards, but they are given out every year to different people, Democrats and Republicans, usually to people who are in public life. One of the recipients was Bob Mueller, a former FBI Director--and Sam Farr, who is stepping down from Congress after about 28 years there and a life of service. He succeeded Leon Panetta in Leon's House seat all those years ago. They present these awards to people who want to get things done. That is pretty much it--people who use common sense, are collegial, work across the aisle, and just get things done. It was an honor to be there with my colleague and the Panettas as well. It was a great evening. Mr. President, I am happy to yield the floor as soon as the majority leader comes. ____________________”