[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 8]
[Senate]
[Page 11235]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                         TRIBUTE TO BILL FRAIN

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
honor the outstanding leadership of PSNH President and CEO Bill Frain. 
The core qualities of a great leader--vision and values--are often 
overlooked in the hustle of today's corporate society. PSNH President 
and CEO Bill Frain is one leader whose accomplishments and dedication 
to both his vision and values have gained him the respect and 
admiration of individuals across the state.
  After years of service to PSNH and its surrounding communities in the 
great state of New Hampshire, Bill Frain is retiring from the company. 
It has been both a great honor and a distinct pleasure to work with 
Bill over the years, and I salute him for his unwavering dedication to 
New Hampshire, its citizens and its economy.
  Bill often quotes the adage, ``Storms make oaks take deeper roots.'' 
Through his navigational skills and constant perseverence, Bill brought 
PSNH to a level where it is currently one of the most respected 
companies in the state and that earned him the honor of being named 
``Business Leader of the Decade'' by Business New Hampshire Magazine.
  Bill is often described by his peers as a strong leader who is able 
to motivate those around him to continued success. Over the years, I 
have seen first-hand his ability to inspire, and I applaud his talents 
and dedication to New Hampshire.
  I wish Bill much happiness as he embarks on this new journey in life, 
as he will be missed. I want to leave Bill with a poem by Robert Frost, 
as I know that he has many more miles to travel and endeavors to 
conquer.

       The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
       But I have promises to keep,
       And miles to go before I sleep.
       And miles to go before I sleep.

  Bill, it has been a pleasure to represent you in the United States 
Senate. I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. May you 
always continue to inspire those around you.

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