Rep. Melancon: “Geaux Tigers!” |
Resolution Congratulates LSU Fightin' Tigers on 2008 BCS Championship
January 28, 2008
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Charlie Melancon (D-LA) today congratulated the Louisiana State University Fightin’ Tigers football team for winning the 2008 Bowl Championship Series championship game.
Rep. Melancon and his colleagues from the Louisiana delegation introduced H Res. 933 commending the team for their achievement and congratulating the entire Louisiana State University community. The resolution can be viewed by clicking here .
“Once again, the Fightin’ Tigers have made us extremely proud to be Louisianians,” said Rep. Melancon. “They showed remarkable dedication, discipline, and – above all – persistence in the face of adversity this season. The players, coaches, staff, and entire LSU community deserve congratulations for their success. As a life-long LSU fan, I thank the entire team for treating us to another exciting and victorious season. Geaux Tigers!”
Portions of Rep. Melancon’s floor speech can be viewed here .
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