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On the recordJuly 19, 2007
I ask my friend from Rhode Island to take note of the fact that we are conscious of Senator Pell's great contributions to America. The Pell grants have helped a lot of young people in unfortunate circumstances have a chance to succeed in life. It is a wonderful legacy. I know you see him from time to time, and I hope you will tell him we haven't forgotten the great contribution he made to this Nation.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Recognizing Senator Pell's contributions and the impact of Pell grants on young people's education.

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