Political Quotes

“I rise to pay tribute to a genuine leader in the United States Senate, my colleague and friend--Senator Slade Gorton. We have served together over his entire 18 year career in the Senate. Of the 23 men and women who have served the State of Washington in the Senate, Slade has earned a ranking commensurate with those classic giants Senator Henry ``Scoop'' Jackson and Senator Warren Magnuson. Slade has served the State of Washington with distinction, but he has also served the nation, exceptionally well. Beginning with his service in the United States Army in 1946, Slade has served his state and the country for nearly 40 years in a number of elected offices. He has fought for balanced budgets, tax relief, and health care reforms. We served together on the Armed Services Committee, and I, as Ranking Member, was the beneficiary of his wise and steadfast counsel. Slade, you are a valued friend. I wish you and your wife Sally well in the years ahead. ____________________”