[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 10 (Thursday, January 25, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S356]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  STATEMENT HONORING THE OLLISON'S FOR CELEBRATING THEIR 50TH WEDDING 
                              ANNIVERSARY

  Mr. ASHCROFT. Mr. President, these are trying times for the family in 
America. Unfortunately, too many broken homes have become part of our 
national culture. It is tragic that nearly half of all couples married 
today will see their union dissolve into divorce. The effects of 
divorce on families and particularly the children of broken families 
are devastating. In such an era, I believe it is both instructive and 
important to honor those who have taken the commitment of ``til death 
us do part'' seriously and have successfully demonstrated the timeless 
principles of love, honor, and fidelity, to build a strong family. 
These qualities make our country strong.
  For these important reasons, I rise today to honor Raymond and 
Charlene Ollison who on February 2 are celebrating their 50th wedding 
anniversary and will renew their wedding vows. My wife, Janet, and I 
look forward to the day we can celebrate a similar milestone. Raymond 
and Charlene's commitment to the principles and values of their 
marriage deserves to be saluted and recognized. I wish them and their 
family all the best as they celebrate this substantial marker on their 
journey together.

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