WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 -- Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on Dec. 19, paying tribute to House Speaker Paul D. Ryan, R-Wisconsin:

Mr. President, on a completely different matter, from time to time, each of us has indulged in jokes and finger-pointing that sustain the friendly rivalry between the House and the Senate--the Founders' metaphorical teacup and saucer. Make no mistake. I am thankful every da . . .

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