Political Quotes

“Before entering the Senate I was closely associated with the International Rescue Committee [IRC], serving as a vice president in charge of IRC's Washington office. During my time with IRC, I had the privilege of knowing the legendary Dr. Tom Dooley, who helped to found Medical International Cooperation [MEDICO] as a division of the IRC with the goal of providing medical assistance to the underserved in Southeast Asia. In 4 short years with MEDICO, Dr. Dooley established 17 medical programs in 14 countries and raised millions of dollars for their support. Tragically, Dr. Dooley died of cancer in January 1961, one day after his 34th birthday. However, Mr. President, Dr. Dooley's magnificent work did not cease with his death. A dedicated colleague, Verne Chaney, M.D., gave up a lucrative private practice of thoracic surgery in Monterey, CA, to establish the Dooley Foundation. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Dooley Foundation and Dr. Chaney has served as its president throughout the 35 years of its existence.”