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On the recordSeptember 28, 1998
I quickly would like to share my admiration for the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Fawell). I have known him less than 2 years, and he is somebody in Congress that I admire greatly. His district in Congress and the small business community is going to miss him. The gentleman has a clear, thoughtful voice, a deep understanding of the issues, and the gentleman brings a passion to the debate. The gentleman has the zeal of a freshman and the wisdom of a long-term Member. The gentleman's arguments are very pragmatic and thoughtful, whether it is modernizing archaic labor laws or fighting for affordable health care for small business, and he has a passion for that. Mr. Speaker, Harris Fawell is the kind of Member I hope to become.
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John W. Peterson
Pennsylvania
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Paying tribute to fellow Congressman Harris Fawell during a speech.

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