I want the Record to be spread with the fact that this is a fine legislator, a good human being. The people of Illinois are so fortunate to have this man who cares so much about people. In front of all of my colleagues, Democrats and Republicans, I express my appreciation to Dick Durbin for doing something that is unheard of here, something very unselfish, for which he gets no credit.
Praising Senator Dick Durbin for his unselfishness during Senate proceedings.
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