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Honoring John Dingell
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In the coming days I will pick up on my previous post by sharing some additional insights from the McCain campaign. I wanted to pause for moment, however, and reflect on my friend John Dingell’s service to this country.
As Deputy Director of the US Office of Management and Budget in 1973, I first met John Dingell and was deeply impressed with his passion and commitment. As a result of our meeting, we were able to ensure continuity of a wild life sanctuary. This began a 35 year friendship between a conservative Republican and a leading Democrat.
What mostly impressed me about John is his perseverance and dedication, never losing a step when the Republican revolution in 1994 resulted in his losing his powerful position as Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. This was apparent more recently when again found his position changing. John Dingell’s commitment to excellence and devotion to his country is an inspiration, and we could not have a better man to honor as the longest serving member of Congress in our history.
