[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 103 (Thursday, June 22, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S8847]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   RETIREMENT OF GEN. GORDON SULLIVAN

  Mr. DOLE. Mr. President, I rise today to commend a truly remarkable 
individual, Gen. Gordon R. Sullivan, on his retirement after 36 years 
of service to our Army and to our Nation.
  I had the distinct honor of working closely with General Sullivan 
over the years when he served as the deputy of the Command and Staff 
College at Fort Leavenworth, KS and during his command of the Big Red 
One at Fort Riley, KS.
  Indeed, it was my pleasure to introduce General Sullivan before the 
Senate Armed Services Committee during his confirmation as chief of 
staff of the Army just 4 years ago.
  In my view, Gordon Sullivan was exactly the right man at the right 
time to lead our Army during one of the most difficult periods of 
restructuring and downsizing. He kept the right perspective, and put it 
best in his own words, ``smaller is not better, better is better.''
  Throughout his 4 years as Army Chief of Staff, General Sullivan kept 
his focus and vision. His priorities were our soldiers whom he prepared 
to fight and win our Nation's wars. And their families who support our 
solders and willingly sacrifice for their purpose.
  I frequently conferred with General Sullivan throughout this term as 
Army Chief. His views and counsel were always on the mark. Gordon 
Sullivan brought tremendous wisdom to the job and a style of leadership 
which reflected his greatness.
  Our Army will sorely miss General Sullivan, but it is stronger and 
better for his service. The legacy he leaves, a ready Army, a future 
force that will be unmatched, and the deep love and devotion of his 
solders is fitting of this great man.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in commending Gen. Gordon R. Sullivan 
for his sacrifice, his leadership, and his commitment to our solders 
and to our Nation.
  God's speed and blessings to him and to his wife Gay, and their 
family.


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