Apr 28, 2010
Mr. President, on May 4, the Saint Michael's College community will celebrate the 80th birthday of a fellow Michaelman and longtime friend of many, Reverend Raymond Doherty. Father Ray, as he is known to many, graduated from Saint…
Patrick Leahy
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Patrick Leahy is a former United States Senator from Vermont, serving from 1975 until 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the longest-serving senator in Vermont's history and held significant leadership roles, including President pro tempore of the Senate. Throughout his tenure, Leahy was known for his work on issues such as civil liberties, health care, and environmental protection. He played a key role in various legislative efforts, including the Violence Against Women Act and initiatives to reform the criminal justice system.
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Apr 26, 2010
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the New York Times article, ``Middlebury to Develop Online Language Venture,'' be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as…
Apr 22, 2010
Mr. President, reserving the right to object, I ask the Senator to add me as a cosponsor.
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, yesterday the Senate was forced to devote the entire day to so-called ``debate'' on two nominations that Republican objections had stalled for months. The good news is, the majority leader's filing of cloture motions to…
Apr 22, 2010
Mr. President, today our Nation marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. For four decades, Americans have joined together on April 22 to celebrate our environment and to commit ourselves to fostering a healthier world. What Senator Gaylord…
Apr 22, 2010
Mr. President, I speak often about the excellent higher education opportunities that are available in Vermont. Today, I want to honor Middlebury College for a new business venture that builds upon its academic reputation in foreign…
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, I thank the Presiding Officer, and I thank the Senator from Missouri. ____________________
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to executive session to consider en bloc the following nominations on the Executive Calendar: Nos. 780, 781, 795, 796, 797, 798, 816, 817, 818, 819, and all nominations on…
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, I thank my dear friend, the senior Senator from Missouri. ____________________
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, I just wish to make a unanimous consent request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Vermont.
Apr 22, 2010
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the time during the quorum call be charged equally to both sides, and I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk will call the…
Apr 21, 2010
Mr. President, one of my fondest memories of my undergraduate days at St. Michael's college was getting to know both Dr. William Tortolano and his extremely accomplished wife Martha. I could tell many stories about the Tortolanos and the…
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