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Amory Houghton: “My remarks will be very brief, and they specifically hone in on an extraordinary citizen of this country, Warren…”

On the recordMarch 5, 1997
My remarks will be very brief, and they specifically hone in on an extraordinary citizen of this country, Warren Christopher. Warren Christopher has held one of the most important jobs that any administration can offer, the Secretary of State. There are two words which symbolize this great man: One is integrity; the other is judgment. Mr. Speaker, Warren Christopher has done us proud.
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Amory Houghton
Republican · New York

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Praising Warren Christopher's integrity and judgment as Secretary of State.

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