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“THANKING SPEAKER HASTERT FOR HIS LEADERSHIP” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Justice was published in the House of Representatives section on pages H3231 on May 25, 2006.
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THANKING SPEAKER HASTERT FOR HIS LEADERSHIP
(Mr. GINGREY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
Mr. GINGREY. Madam Speaker, I also rise today in support of the principled leadership of the Speaker of the House, Mr. Dennis Hastert.
As we all know, Denny is a former high school wrestling coach, and he brings those same values of teamwork and fair play to his work here in Congress. It is often said that to be a good leader, one must first be a good listener, and Denny's door is always open to every Member.
Under his leadership, this House has passed scores of legislation benefiting American families, children, seniors, taxpayers. We have achieved historic tax reform, a prescription drug benefit for our seniors and legislation to secure our border and prepare our military.
Madam Speaker, last night's news report's attempt to cast a shadow on Mr. Hastert, despite the fact that the Justice Department has categorically refuted ABC News claims about the Speaker, this is a case of sensationalism over reporting and it should not continue.
Madam Speaker, I know this Congress will continue to focus on passing good legislation for the American people and not resort to muckraking and partisan attacks. I know all my colleagues in this Chamber join me in thanking Speaker Hastert for his leadership.
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