[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 135 (Friday, December 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2230]
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    HONORING THE SERVICE OF THE HONORABLE HENRY J. HYDE OF ILLINOIS

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                               speech of

                           HON. JEAN SCHMIDT

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 7, 2006

  Mrs. SCHMIDT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 32 years of 
service from the distinguished gentleman from Illinois, my friend and 
colleague, Chairman Henry J. Hyde. I am humbled to say that I have 
served the American people alongside a truly great American.
  Though I have only served for a little over a year with him, I have 
grown to admire him for his unwavering commitment to protecting 
innocent life. Mr. Hyde has fought vigorously to protect those who 
cannot protect themselves most notably with the Hyde Amendment in 1976. 
Before taking office, I was President of Right to Life of Greater 
Cincinnati and admired his leadership and guided wisdom.
  I would like to express my sincere appreciation for his commitment to 
principle rather than expediency. He stood up for American values and 
during the Cold War, worked to ensure that America remain that shining 
city on a hill. I am honored and proud to say that I am his colleague.
  The gentleman and his leadership and wisdom will be missed. This 
institution has certainly been blessed by his service. Mr. Chairman, 
congratulations on your retirement and congratulations to you and your 
new bride.

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