[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 21 (Tuesday, February 20, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S1275]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE MOORE'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 Mr. and Mrs. 
Albert Moore who on February 24 celebrated their 50th wedding 
anniversary. My wife, Janet, and I look forward to the day we can 
celebrate a similar milestone. The Moore'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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