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[S. Con. Res. 4 Referred in House (RFH)]







105th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. CON. RES. 4


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                            February 5, 1997

          Referred to the Committee on International Relations

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                         CONCURRENT RESOLUTION


 
   Commending and thanking the Honorable Warren Christopher for his 
                exemplary service as Secretary of State.

Whereas Secretary Warren Christopher served as Secretary of State from 1993 
        until 1997, and maintained the tradition of that Office by representing 
        the international interests of the United States with great dignity, 
        grace, and ability;
Whereas Secretary Christopher, during his tenure as Secretary of State, engaged 
        in more international travel than any other Secretary of State in United 
        States history, reflecting his indefatigable commitment to advancing 
        peace and justice, protecting and promoting United States interests, and 
        preserving United States leadership in international affairs;
Whereas Secretary Christopher has played a key leadership role in United States 
        foreign policy achievements, including ending the war in Bosnia, 
        restoring an elected government in Haiti, and advancing peace in the 
        Middle East;
Whereas Secretary Christopher served with distinction as Deputy Secretary of 
        State from 1977 until 1981 and, among his accomplishments as Deputy 
        Secretary, is credited with skillfully negotiating the release of 
        American hostages in Iran;
Whereas Secretary Christopher has had a distinguished career in law and public 
        service in California;
Whereas Secretary Christopher, born in Scranton, North Dakota, is one of North 
        Dakota's most distinguished native sons and has always displayed the 
        quiet strength and work ethic associated with the people of the Great 
        Plains;
Whereas in 1997 Secretary Christopher leaves his position as the 63d Secretary 
        of State; and
Whereas Secretary Christopher has earned the respect and admiration of Congress 
        and the American people: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), 
That Congress commends and thanks the Honorable Warren Christopher for 
his exemplary diplomatic service, and for his skillful and 
indefatigable efforts to advance peace and justice around the world.

            Passed the Senate January 22, 1997.

            Attest:

                                                    GARY SISCO,

                                                             Secretary.