[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 164 (Wednesday, December 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1963]
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                   IN MEMORY OF SENATOR DANIEL INOUYE

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                         HON. LAURA RICHARDSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 18, 2012

  Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the 
memory of Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii. Senator Inouye was an 
extraordinary leader, family man, and American hero. He leaves behind 
his wife Irene and son Ken, as well as countless friends and 
constituents who mourn his passing. He was 88.
  Senator Inouye served nobly in World War II and was awarded a Medal 
of Honor. He then continued to devote his life to our Nation and the 
State of Hawaii by becoming the state's first congressman as well as a 
nine-term senator. He was eventually appointed to the prestigious 
position of Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and in his work 
he was always mindful of strengthening our national security and 
fulfilling our promises to our veterans. Many of my constituents have 
family and friends in Hawaii, and I know they all directly benefited 
from his hard work and commitment to the values of the American people.
  Mr. Speaker, Senator Inouye was a model of integrity, courage, and 
bipartisanship. His presence will be sorely missed, but I know his 
memory will inspire our leaders in years to come. I extend my thoughts 
and prayers to his family and loved ones. I hope they find some comfort 
in knowing the incredible legacy he leaves behind in hearts across the 
Nation.

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