Cass Ballenger said "I am privileged to speak today in honor of my friend, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Sam Johnson). The gentleman is one of the kindest, most thoughtful human beings I know, a principled and unwaivering man. He fights like a lion for what he holds dear. He is truly a man of mettle and conviction. Sam is also a war hero if ever there was one. I cringe when I think of the incredible price he paid for the freedom of this great Nation, 7 years as a prisoner of war. We all owe him a debt of gratitude. Today Congress recognizes Sam Johnson's sacrifice and his service to America. In so doing, we again acknowledge freedom at its high cost and remember those soldiers who did not return home. Fortunately for us, Sam did. I thank the Chair for the chance to honor Sam." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 12, 2003

I am privileged to speak today in honor of my friend, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Sam Johnson). The gentleman is one of the kindest, most thoughtful human beings I know, a principled and unwaivering man. He fights like a lion for what he holds dear. He is truly a man of mettle and conviction. Sam is also a war hero if ever there was one. I cringe when I think of the incredible price he paid for the freedom of this great Nation, 7 years as a prisoner of war. We all owe him a debt of gratitude. Today Congress recognizes Sam Johnson's sacrifice and his service to America. In so doing, we again acknowledge freedom at its high cost and remember those soldiers who did not return home. Fortunately for us, Sam did. I thank the Chair for the chance to honor Sam.

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Cass Ballenger

North Carolina

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Editor's note · Context

Honoring fellow Congressman Sam Johnson for his service and sacrifice as a war hero.

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