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On the recordJune 27, 2003
this resolution has been submitted by myself and on behalf of Senator Daschle, Senator Graham, and Senator Hollings in honor of the honorable and great J. Strom Thurmond. Last night shortly after 9:45, we were notified of the death of Strom Thurmond. At that time, I pointed out that it was a century ago--a long time ago--when Mark Twain was alive and Teddy Roosevelt was still President, J. Strom Thurmond was born in Edgefield, SC, and, thus, began a life of public service unmatched--unmatched--in the modern history of America. Strom Thurmond served as United States Senator from December 1954, 2 years after I was born, until January of this year, nearly a half century of service in this body--this body we have the honor of participating in on a daily basis. Though his period of service is a remarkable accomplishment in and of itself, Strom led a remarkable life even before coming to the Senate.
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William H. Frist
Tennessee
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Honoring the life and service of J. Strom Thurmond following his death.

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