[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 111 (Tuesday, September 19, 2000)]
[House]
[Page H7738]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               TRIBUTE TO SENATOR DANIEL PATRICK MOYNIHAN

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under the Speaker's announced policy of 
January 19, 1999, the gentlewoman from New York (Mrs. Kelly) is 
recognized during morning hour debates for 3 minutes.
  Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, when I first met Senator Daniel Patrick 
Moynihan, it was early in his career. As a graduate of the Fletcher 
School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University in Medford, 
Massachusetts, he was, with characteristic concern for quality 
education, working with my husband and others to form a New York 
chapter of the Tufts Alumni Association. Its purpose was to found and 
fund scholarships and identify bright young students who would benefit 
from a college education. I remember then thinking how impressive he 
was in his grasp and understanding of the need of a quality education 
for all and the need for its early recognition.
  When Daniel Patrick Moynihan ran for Senator from New York, it was as 
native son come home. A list of Senator Moynihan's accomplishments 
would run on for hours, and we have heard many of them recounted here 
today. However, the most important things I believe so many will 
remember about him will be the fact that he changed their lives. He 
changed so many by applying intellect and concern for policy over 
politics.
  During his distinguished career, many people gained a better quality 
of life and many people were able to better understand the government's 
functions, thanks to his thoughtful work.
  Senator Moynihan, it has been a great pleasure to work across the 
aisle from this House to the Senate and with you. We thank you for your 
hard work, and I thank you also for the work of your excellent staff. 
Although Washington may miss you, sir, we welcome you back to New York.

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