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"Give Thanks, Give Life"

Press Conference

October 5, 2000

Senator Dick Durban (D-IL) U.S. Senator Dick Durban (D-IL) speaks about "Give Thanks, Give Life" on Thanksgiving Day, 2000 with 5-year old heart recipient Jon Hochstein at his side.
Connie Payton Connie Payton, widow of football legend Walter Payton, greets the media and implores families to discuss the option of donation.
Ryan Tripp Ryan Tripp, "The Lawnmower Boy", spoke at the press conference.
Mark Mosley and Jon Hochstein Washington Redskin and NFL MVP (82') Mark Mosley presents Jon Hochstein with an NFL cap.
Connie Payton and Ryan Tripp Connie Payton and Ryan Tripp.

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Read Resolution 225 about "Give Thanks, Give Life", Thanksgiving Day, 2000.

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