[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 13 (Wednesday, February 13, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S709]
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                    THANKING SENATOR ROBERT C. BYRD

  Mr. DODD. Before I came to the floor, I had the opportunity to listen 
to the distinguished senior Senator from West Virginia give some 
remarks on terrorism. Watching him, listening to him, I am sure all of 
our colleagues--whether or not you agreed with everything Senator Byrd 
had to say--felt the deeper growing sense of appreciation in this 
Chamber that I have for his valued participation. His voice, his sense 
of warning about matters that this Nation needs to be cognizant of, are 
extremely helpful and worthwhile. There is no better person, in my 
view, to express those words of restraint and caution than someone who 
embodies, I think for all of us, this institution at its very best.
  I wanted to take a moment to thank Senator Byrd once again for taking 
time out to express his views about the concerns of our budget and the 
priorities of the Nation in these difficult times. I hope those in 
positions of authority and responsibility will listen carefully to what 
he has to say.
  There is no finer patriot, in my view, than Senator Robert C. Byrd. 
His words of caution about fiscal matters ought to be listened to very 
carefully. I thank him for his comments.
  Madam President, I suggest the absence a quorum.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll.
  The assistant legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.
  Mr. DODD. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for 
the quorum call be rescinded.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

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