[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 99 (Wednesday, July 26, 2000)]
[Senate]
[Page S7651]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                      TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM T. YOUNG

 Mr. McCONNELL. Mr. President, I rise today to honor my good 
friend and fellow Kentuckian, Bill Young, in recognition of his service 
and dedication to the state of Kentucky. As Bill steps down from a few 
of his many leadership positions, I pay tribute to him for his lifelong 
commitment to this region.
  Born in Lexington, he has always focused on the state's higher 
education. Bill's many leadership positions, including Transylvania 
University Board of Trustees member and chairman of the board of 
Shakertown, have guided the growth and success of Kentucky. As he is 
known for his single-minded determination to help the future success of 
Kentuckians, he has left a legacy behind that would prove he is one of 
the state's greatest assets.
  No opportunity has been missed by Bill to continue Kentucky's 
prosperity. Beginning with investments in peanut butter that is now 
better known as Jif, his business endeavors started successfully. With 
an interest in horses, he continued his success in the business world 
by becoming a prominent leader of thoroughbred racing. Over the years, 
he became a leading philanthropist by helping construct the YMCA 
located on Lexington's High Street, Shakertown, and the University of 
Kentucky's new William T. Young Library. He still continues other 
projects for the community that are significant and meaningful to him.
  Kentucky would not be what it is today without Bill's leadership and 
guidance over the past years. Though Bill has stepped down for others 
to guide the future, Kentucky will feel the effects of his 
accomplishments for years to come. Thank you, Bill, for putting so much 
of yourself into this state to make it a better place for others. Your 
hard work and successes are admired, and they will continue to impact 
Kentucky for years to come. My colleagues join me in congratulating you 
on a job well done, and I wish you all the best for your 
future.

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