[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 1]
[Senate]
[Page 1234]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO SENATOR TRENT LOTT

  Mr. GRAHAM. Mr. President, I want to take this opportunity to say a 
few words about my friend and colleague, Senator Lott.
  Senator Lott has compiled a long and distinguished career in public 
service on behalf of the people of Mississippi and our Nation. He has 
been a tireless advocate on behalf of the needs of his State and its 
people, particularly in light of the devastation wrought by Hurricane 
Katrina. Senator Lott also fought for our men and women in military 
uniform to ensure they have the best training, equipment, and 
technology available. Throughout his career, he believed that the 
American people should be able to keep more of their own money instead 
of sending it to Washington. Finally, Senator Lott understood and 
appreciated the fact we need judges on the Federal bench who will 
uphold the law, not make the law.
  During his time in the Congress, he has been an active participant in 
many important legislative battles. The votes he has cast and the 
policies he supported have made the State of Mississippi and our Nation 
a better place.
  Senator Lott is in a select group of individuals who have held 
leadership positions in both the House of Representatives and Senate. 
He has served as House minority whip, Senate majority leader, Senate 
minority leader and Senate minority whip. His election to these 
important leadership positions in both bodies show a high level of 
trust and respect from his colleagues.
  With his departure the Senate will lose one of its most effective 
Senators and the people of Mississippi will lose a powerful advocate. I 
truly appreciate his leadership, service in the Senate, and service in 
the House of Representatives, wit, wisdom, and friendship.
  I wish him the best of luck in all future endeavors.

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