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“We didn't think it was appropriate to make Tyson an honorary citizen so we dropped the plan. Many people said (the honorary citizenship) would be inappropriate. For one thing it will be the first time Tyson has even visited our town . . . he has also been involved in too many legal and sporting scandals.”
Wang Qiquan
“I am enthused, and excited to be named the Honorary Starter. Waving the green flag is like swinging a bat; it's all in the wrists.”
Tommy Lasorda
“I am enthused and excited to be named the honorary starter. Waving the green flag is like swinging a bat; it's all in the wrists.”
“I am very proud of the titles I have earned. However, the honorary title I have been given this year as chairman of the VA National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans program is one I accept with great humility and pride. I encourage all Americans to visit some true champions this Valentine's week and find out how you can serve those who have served us so well.”
Richard Petty
“Going by the statement of the honorary secretary, we felt the rule book was not properly referred to.”
Jagmohan Dalmiya
“A friend of ours came up with the idea. Wouldn't it be nice to get (Rich) an honorary letter?”
Jim Hines
“If we could just ask everyone in Fargo to be honorary godparents, that would be so cool.”
Jesse Carlsen
“It was a natural thing for me to nominate Edwards for an honorary degree and invite him to come to ASU. He was very responsive.”
Peter Lehman
“It's an honorary knighthood because knighthood per se is just for British citizens,”
Marvin Levy
“We didn't think it was appropriate to make Tyson an honorary citizen, so we dropped the plan.”
