Evan Bayh: “I know we are not supposed to recognize people in the gallery, but I am going to break the rules for one of the first…”

“I know we are not supposed to recognize people in the gallery, but I am going to break the rules for one of the first times here to thank my wife. We have been married for 25 wonderful years, and frankly, Mr. President, I wouldn't have been elected dog catcher without Susan's love and support. I often remember a story during my first campaign where I met an elderly woman who took my hand, looked up into my eyes, and said: Young man, I am going to vote for you. I was curious and asked her why. She said, with a twinkle in her eye: Well, I have met your wife. It seems to me you did all right with the most important decision you will ever make. I will trust you with all the other ones too. It is not uncommon in our State, as Senator Lugar could attest, that people say they really vote for Susan's husband. Darling, I can't thank you enough. She was a wonderful first lady, is a phenomenal mother, and is the partner for my life.”