[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 115 (Wednesday, July 31, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S9310]
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                       TRIBUTE TO HARRIET TRUDELL

 Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today to honor one of Nevada's 
living legends, Harriet Trudell. Harriet has had many titles during her 
life, from democratic activist, human rights advocate, lobbyist, 
feminist, campaign manager, and champion of the poor, to mother and 
grandmother. To me, Harriet is both a valued friend and a trusted 
advisor. To her country and the State of Nevada, she is a courageous 
and tireless fighter who can always be counted on to tell it like it 
is.
  For more than 20 years, Harriet has been a key player in the public 
arena, both in Nevada and across the Nation. She is an invaluable asset 
to all of the many organizations and groups to which she has lent her 
energy, her fervor, and her skill. Harriet has a strong voice, a quick 
mind, and a political acumen which she uses to great effect for those 
who often lack a voice in our society. Both her compassion and her 
outrage at injustice drive her to organize, inspire, and fight, long 
after most would have been exhausted. From marching in protest down 
``the Strip'' in Las Vegas, to addressing the State legislature or 
lobbying Members of Congress, Harriet sticks to her convictions and 
never gives up the fight.
  Over the years, whether she was serving on my staff or for another 
organization, Harriet has fought for those in our society who are so 
often forgotten. Whenever there is a social issue confronting Congress, 
I can always expect a phone call from Harriet to remind me of my 
obligations. She is a champion of women, children, minorities, and the 
poor. When tough decisions have to be made, Harriet is there serving as 
our conscience. Even when her causes are politically unpopular, she 
steadfastly speaks out for justice.
  It is my pleasure to speak today in tribute to Harriet Trudell--a 
Nevadan and a patriot--and congratulate her on being selected for a 
well-deserved honor by the Southern Nevada Women's Political Caucus. 
Nevada and the Nation owe Harriet Trudell a debt of gratitude.

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