[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 2 (Tuesday, January 4, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Pages S19-S20]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                         Remembering Harry Reid

  Mr. McCONNELL. Mr. President, a week ago, the Senate lost a 
distinguished former colleague and the State of Nevada lost an 
unparalleled advocate.
  Senator Harry Reid's path to this Chamber was a quintessentially 
American story. His incredible path from childhood poverty, to the 
boxing ring, to leading the U.S. Senate took both toughness and 
tenacity. And in this Chamber, just like everywhere else, Harry left it 
all in the ring.
  As leaders of our respective parties, the two of us disagreed 
energetically and often. We had sharply different views, goals, and 
philosophies on everything from public policy to the institution of the 
Senate itself. But through

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all the heat and light, I never doubted that Harry was doing what he 
earnestly believed was right for Nevada and for the Nation.
  Elaine and I were grateful to enjoy a joint friendship with Harry and 
Landra, the light of Harry's life, his beloved high school sweetheart. 
The Senate's thoughts and prayers continue to be with her and the 
entire Reid family.