On the recordDecember 14, 2010
as I listened this afternoon to Senator Gregg's farewell address, I thought about how much all of us who have been privileged to serve with him will miss his wisdom. But for me, the loss will be even more intense, for there is no one to whom I have turned more often for advice during the past 14 years than my neighbor from New Hampshire--unless, of course, it was his wife Kathy, who also gave very good advice. Judd's extraordinary knowledge of so many issues, his keen insights into policy and politics, and his abiding friendship have meant so much to me. I truly cannot imagine a debate in this Chamber about the budget, spending, entitlement programs, or taxes without his leading it. Given his strong work ethic, his commitment to the prosperity of future generations, and his unwavering dedication to doing what is right, I am confident his clear call for action on our fiscal crisis will continue to be heard and to be influential in the debates ahead of us. Raised in a family devoted to public service, Congressman, Governor, and now Senator Gregg has always been guided by the principle that the public interest is paramount and the public's trust is essential. As a strong voice for fiscal discipline and a champion of bipartisan solutions, Senator Gregg has always upheld those principles.
