[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 5 (Wednesday, January 22, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S652]
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 SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 4--COMMENDING AND THANKING THE HONORABLE 
                           WARREN CHRISTOPHER

  Mr. CONRAD (for himself, Mr. Dorgan, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Bidden, Ms. 
Moseley-Braun, and Mr. Daschle) submitted the following concurrent 
resolution; which was considered and agreed to:
       Whereas Secretary Warren Christopher served as Secretary of 
     State from 1993 until 1997, and maintained the tradition of 
     that Office by representing the international interests of 
     the United States with great dignity, grace, and ability;
       Whereas Secretary Christopher, during his tenure as 
     Secretary of State, engaged in more international travel than 
     any other Secretary of State in United States history, 
     reflecting his indefatigable commitment to advancing peace 
     and justice, protecting and promoting United States 
     interests, and preserving United States leadership in 
     international affairs;
       Whereas Secretary Christopher has played a key leadership 
     role in United States foreign policy achievements, including 
     ending the war in Bosnia, restoring an elected government in 
     Haiti, and advancing peace in the Middle East;
       Whereas Secretary Christopher served with distinction as 
     Deputy Secretary of State from 1977 until 1981 and, among his 
     accomplishments as Deputy Secretary, is credited with 
     skillfully negotiating the release of American hostages in 
     Iran;
       Whereas Secretary Christopher has had a distinguished 
     career in law and public service in California;
       Whereas Secretary Christopher, born in Scranton, North 
     Dakota, is one of North Dakota's most distinguished native 
     sons and has always displayed the quiet strength and work 
     ethic associated with the people of the Great Plains;
       Whereas in 1997 Secretary Christopher leaves his position 
     as the 63d Secretary of State; and
       Whereas Secretary Christopher has earned the respect and 
     admiration of Congress and the American people: Now, 
     therefore, be it
       Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives 
     concurring), That Congress commends and thanks the Honorable 
     Warren Christopher for his exemplary diplomatic service, and 
     for his skillful and indefatigable efforts to advance peace 
     and justice around the world.
     
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