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A Statement From Rep. Young On Today’s Decision In The Case Against Former Senator Ted Stevens
Washington, D.C.,
April 1, 2009
– Alaskan Congressman Don Young issued the following statement today following news that the Department of Justice has chosen to drop charges against former U.S. Senator Ted Stevens:
“Ted was not only my colleague but he is my good friend, and today is a great day for him and the state of Alaska; justice has finally been served,” said Rep. Young. “This has been a long, hard road for him and his family, friends, and staff. Those of us who know Ted have always known he is a good and honorable man who has spent his career providing for the state that he loves. It’s a shame that Alaskans lost one of the best lawmakers they’ve ever had last year over a false conviction but his legacy in Alaska will always live on. I join my fellow Alaskans today in standing by Ted and congratulating him and Catherine on the courage they’ve shown throughout this ordeal and the end of this difficult journey.”
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