[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 6 (Monday, February 4, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S287]
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                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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  SENATE RESOLUTION 202--CONGRATULATING THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS FOR 
                        WINNING SUPER BOWL XXXVI

  Mr. KENNEDY. (for himself, Mr. Kerry, and Mr. Reed) submitted the 
following resolution; which was considered and agreed to:

                              S. Res. 202

       Whereas, yesterday, the New England Patriots pulled off a 
     thrilling 20-17 victory over the St. Louis Rams in Super Bowl 
     XXXVI;
       Whereas, the victory is the first world championship for 
     the Patriots, and it could not have come at a more poignant 
     time for our country;
       Whereas, at a time when our entire country is banding 
     together, the Patriots set a wonderful example of self-
     sacrifice and unity, showing us all what is possible when we 
     work together, believe in each other, and collaborate for the 
     greater good;
       Whereas, coach Bill Belichick stressed teamwork, saying 
     that only by working together could the Patriots overcome 
     their opponent, the best team in the NFL's regular season, 
     the St. Louis Rams;
       Whereas, the team was led by Tom Brady, Ty Law, Tedy 
     Bruschi, Mike Vrabel, and Troy Brown, but played together to 
     forge a victory for the whole team;
       Whereas, the Patriots showed their true spirit, using 
     running back Kevin Faulk, receiver Troy Brown, and 
     intelligent play from Brady to drive from inside their own 20 
     yard line to give kicker Adam Vinatieri the chance to win the 
     game with only 7 seconds left on the clock.
       Whereas, the Patriots won the game as the clock expired;
       Whereas, all of us in Massachusetts, and indeed all who 
     live in New England, are proud of the Patriots and their 
     extraordinary season;
       Whereas, eight years ago Bob Kraft bought the Patriots, and 
     today he brings the Lombardi trophy home to fans who have 
     been waiting for 42 years;
       Whereas, in Massachusetts, April 15th is Patriot's Day--a 
     day when we celebrate the brave men and women who fought for 
     our nation's independence--but, for generations of New 
     England sports fans, yesterday will always be our Patriot's 
     Day; now therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate commends the World Champion New 
     England Patriots for their extraordinary victory in Super 
     Bowl XXXVI.

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