March 23, 1967
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Mr MUSKIE. Mr. President, it is not often that we have the opportunity to hail a prophet and patriot in his and our time. I am glad to join with other Senators in a salute to Paul Douglas on the occasion of his 75th birthday.
Paul Douglas is a political and moral giant. I suppose this should not be surprising, since his early training and education were provided in the State of Maine.
As a teacher, scholar, author, adviser, politician, and soldier, he has not always been the most comfortable and comforting colleague. His conscience is too strong for him to be easy on himself or on the rest of us. But because of his qualities of compassion and tough-mindedness, millions of Americans have gained better and more meaningful lives.
On behalf of my constituents, who regard Paul Douglas as a State of Mainer, I wish him a happy birthday and Godspeed in his new endeavors. In addition, for myself, I say thanks for his inspiration, his challenges, his leadership, and his friendship, which have meant so much to me in the Senate.