James M. Talent: “I know they have been uniformly, without exception, complimentary to him--not in a typical way we as matter of gesture…”

“I know they have been uniformly, without exception, complimentary to him--not in a typical way we as matter of gesture may compliment public figures, but these were remarks by people who knew and who have known and who have worked with Jack Danforth for years and years and know him to be a tremendous public servant of deep integrity, thoughtfulness, and courage. I am proud to say that he hails from the great State of Missouri. President Bush has simply selected a great man for this post. When he called me and told me about it, I told him I was thrilled. I could not think of a more qualified person to represent the United States at the United Nations. He served his country and the people of Missouri with dignity and distinction.”