[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 150 (Tuesday, December 20, 1994)]
[Senate]
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[Congressional Record: December 20, 1994]
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                   TRIBUTE TO SENATOR HARRIS WOFFORD

 Mr. HEFLIN. Mr. President, during his relatively brief time in 
the Senate, our distinguished colleague Harris Wofford emerged as one 
of this body's most respected Members. His insight and leadership on a 
wide range of issues inspired both sides of the aisle, and reminded us 
daily of our responsibility to represent our States in pursuit of the 
national interest. His historic experience as a Kennedy administration 
official, a civil rights leader, and academician added immeasurably to 
the unique environment we have in the Senate.
  Harris' dramatic upset victory in a special election in the fall of 
1991 demonstrated to the Nation that the public truly was ready to put 
its domestic house in order, and to truly concentrate on pressing needs 
like health care reform and the budget deficit reduction. His triumph 
gave Democrats renewed confidence, and set the tone early for the 
campaign that followed. For his perseverance, stamina, political 
acumen, and grit, we owe him our thanks and gratitude.
  Harris Wofford served his constituents and this body well for 3\1/2\ 
years. He is deeply admired and greatly appreciated.

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