Bob Dole: “As I look back on my years in the Senate, there are many Members to whom I am indebted for the friendship and support…”

“As I look back on my years in the Senate, there are many Members to whom I am indebted for the friendship and support they have given me. I can think of no better friend, however, and no more reliable ally than Al Simpson. As all Members know, Al served for 10 years as Republican whip. And no doubt about it, he made being Republican leader a much easier job. Every time I needed help, every time there was work to be done, every time something was needed as soon as possible, Al Simpson was there, getting the job done, and doing it with the one of a kind sense of humor that is his trademark. Al Simpson is not only one of the wittiest men in Washington, he is also one of the most courageous. From immigration to entitlement reform, he has made a habit of tackling the toughest and most controversial of issues, calling them as he sees them, and letting the cards fall where they may. A few weeks back, much of Washington gathered to salute Al Simpson. Well, actually, much of Washington gathered to salute Al's wife, Ann.”