Don Nickles: “I wish to congratulate the very distinguished senior Senator from Wyoming. I will say, for one who has been in combat…”

“I wish to congratulate the very distinguished senior Senator from Wyoming. I will say, for one who has been in combat with my colleague from Wyoming, I would always say that I want him on my side. I look forward to reading his books. You might note, you will have at least 51 copies I know you will be enriched by the royalties of. We have all been enriched by your humor and participation in this body, one of the most colorful Members, one of the most humorous Members, one of the most dedicated Members, I think, to serve in the Senate--and with courage too, taking on little issues, tough issues, like entitlements and Social Security and so on. I just compliment my colleague from Wyoming, and I can speak on behalf of all my colleagues, we certainly value his contributions to this body and to our country. We wish you and your lovely bride, Ann, all the best in the future.”