Orrin Hatch: “Today I rise, as a Senator from the great State of Utah, to call attention to and express support for the Salt Lake 2002…”

“Today I rise, as a Senator from the great State of Utah, to call attention to and express support for the Salt Lake 2002 Paralympic Games which concluded with the closing ceremony this past Saturday. As meaningful and significant as the 2002 Winter Olympic Games have been, the Paralympic Winter Games, perhaps, elevate that significance, for paralympic athletes must not only excel in athletic skill and prowess, but must also accommodate a disabling condition. During the 10 days of the Salt Lake 2002 Paralympic Winter Games, world-class athletes brought together their minds, their bodies, their spirits, and their determination to pursue the highest level of performance and commitment. I especially want to recognize the fantastic achievements of our athletes from Utah. Steve Cook showed incredible speed and skill earning four silver medals in cross country skiing events--the 5K, the 10K, as an anchor on the relay, and the biathlon. No less exceptional was Muffy Davis who was awarded three silver medals in alpine skiing.”