David Perdue: “I want to take just a moment today to recognize Dr. Benny Tate of Rock Springs Church in Milner, GA, for being here with…”

“I want to take just a moment today to recognize Dr. Benny Tate of Rock Springs Church in Milner, GA, for being here with us to deliver this morning's opening prayer. Benny is my personal pastor, my dear friend, and inspiration for both my wife and me. He offered us constant prayer and support as I entered this political journey and continues to do so today. Before I was sworn in to the Senate, we joined Benny on a personal mission trip to Haiti. It was a life-changing trip. We went to a community that had been stricken by the earthquake in 2010. We saw kids who were still sleeping and eating on the ground in tents. Yet we saw hope, and that is hope I will carry with me the rest of my life because of this man, Benny Tate. Thank you, Brother Benny, for your faith, your life, and your service. We are all honored to have you here today. Mr. President, I yield the floor. ____________________”