[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 11 (Thursday, January 19, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E137]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        A TRIBUTE TO ED MADIGAN

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                               speech of

                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 11, 1995

  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment and reflect on 
the great loss Illinois has felt with the passing of our friend, former 
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Madigan, a longtime Member of this 
House.
  Growing up on a farm in Dwight, IL, and being an active member of 4-H 
and Future Farmers of America, I have very fond memories of my onetime 
Congressman, Secretary Madigan and the great impact he had as a 
respected leader in Illinois and among the farming community.
  His gentle ways, strong midwestern values and great sense of humor 
are how I remember him best. He was a staunch supporter of his party 
and a tireless campaigner on behalf of those he felt could make a 
difference in Washington.
  It was an honor this past summer when Secretary Madigan came to the 
11th District of Illinois on my behalf and spoke to a group of 
supporters about the need to send new leaders to the U.S. Congress. He 
said we needed to elect Representatives who would bring with them the 
hard work ethic and sense of family that is so entrenched in the 
Midwest.
  Whether Secretary Madigan was talking about international trade 
concerns on behalf of the United States of America or discussing bean 
prices with local farmers in Peotone, IL--he was always gracious and 
respectful. He was always mindful of where he came from. The great 
State of Illinois has truly suffered a loss.

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