Farewell Speech – Senator Tom Bennett Good afternoon, friends, colleagues, and family. Today, as I reflect on my time here, I am filled with gratitude,

Dear friend, For the last 10 years, it has been my honor and the privilege of a lifetime to serve as the senator for the

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