[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 27, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S1320]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE JACKSON'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 Woodrow and Billie 
Dove Jackson who on February 23 celebrated their 50th wedding 
anniversary. My wife, Janet, and I look forward to the day we can 
celebrate a similar milestone. The Jackson'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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