[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 138 (Monday, September 30, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S11965]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RETIREMENT OF SENATOR HANK BROWN

  Ms. MOSELEY-BRAUN. Mr. President, I am pleased to have the 
opportunity today to reflect on the career of a Senator who I have had 
the honor of serving with during the last 4 years, Colorado's Senior 
Senator, Hank Brown.
  Senator Brown has served the people and interests of the State of 
Colorado with distinction and independence, first as a State Senator 
between 1972 and 1976, then as a United States Congressman from 
Colorado's 4th district for 10 years and finally as a U.S. Senator 
since 1990. Prior to his distinguished career in public service, 
Senator Brown applied the same affability, hard work, and talent as a 
vice-president at a Colorado meat-packing firm. In addition to his 
contributions as a statesman and a businessman, Senator Brown also 
contributed to the State of Colorado and to the Nation as a Navy 
Forward Air Controller in Vietnam, where he earned numerous 
decorations, including the Air Medal with two Gold Stars.
  Senator Brown will leave behind a clear record as a foe of the budget 
deficit. In October of 1990, he opposed the budget-summit agreement, 
going against his party and with his conscience. Senator Brown also 
supported the 1995 Balanced Budget Amendment.
  This body will certainly miss the voice of Senator Hank Brown. Upon 
hearing of Senator Brown's retirement, the Daily Camera wrote on 
December 22, 1994 that ``we admire the consistency of Hank Brown's 
convictions.''. I share the Daily Camera's opinion and I wish Senator 
Hank Brown the best of luck and God speed as he begins a new life 
outside of the Senate.

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