    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book II)]
    [December 23, 2002]
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    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the Election of Senator Bill Frist
    to the Senate Majority Leader's Position
    December 23, 2002

        I congratulate Senator Bill Frist on his election to Majority Leader
    of the U.S. Senate. Senator Frist has earned the trust and respect of
    his colleagues on both sides of the aisle. I look forward to working
    with him and all Members of the Senate and House to advance our agenda
    for a safer, stronger, and better America.