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On the recordJune 25, 1996
I come here today because I need to express my grief and my loss for this friend, and I say to all of my colleagues. Let us look at what Bill Emerson has given to us. He has shown us the way, love of country, love of family, love of each other, and finally he had such a deep love for his God that I know he is in good hands, and we should learn from his lessons.
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Thomas Ewing
Republican · Illinois

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Expressing condolences for the late Bill Emerson and reflecting on his legacy.

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