In Honor of Congressman Tom DeLay

IN HONOR OF CONGRESSMAN TOM DeLAY -- (House of Representatives - September 29, 2005)

(Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the gentleman from Texas (Mr. DeLay).

Congressman Tom DeLay has been one of the most effective leaders in the history of the House of Representatives. Under his leadership, over 4 million Americans have found new jobs, Medicare beneficiaries have gained prescription drug coverage, and U.S. troops have received unprecedented support to protect American families. I am proud of his accomplishments and grateful for his service.

While Congressman DeLay's effectiveness has greatly helped American families, it has unfortunately motivated his critics. By issuing an indictment yesterday against Mr. DeLay, liberal Democrat Ronnie Earle is demonstrating politics at its worst by politicizing his position as prosecutor and is continuing his personal vendetta against Republican leaders.

In 1994, Earle indicted U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, and his charges were proved false. I am confident that Congressman DeLay will also be vindicated from this blatant partisan attack.

In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11.

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