In preparing this story of “Teno”,I asked him what he believed to be the most important of his contributions to Wyoming as Representative, also what he considered the main purpose of his office. Following is his answer:

“It is difficult to try to pick a few highlights from such a busy period in my life. It is difficult to judge what will be of more significance—the legislation I supported that will influence generations to come, or the first steps in developing our resources more fully.—
My major aim has been to insure that Wyoming, represented by but one man, has the fullest attention and best possible service. I strive for personal, effective service to every citizen, every community and every segment of the economy on the premises that much can be done here in Washington to assist and encourage the growth of our great Wyoming. For example, my idea to seek unused Hill-Burton hospital construction funds from other states succeeded in bringing in an additional $500,- 000 for our hospitals—that is the kind of work that pleases me most and is most helpful to Wyoming.”

Whether or not one agrees with Teno depends mainly on what political party he is affiliated with but everyone agrees that Teno has worked tirelessly and has done a good job according to his convictions. He is today a candidate for the United States Senate, opposing him for the office is Republican Governor Clifford P. Hansen.

NEXT MONTH—I hope to have Governor Hansen’s story.

Source of Information— Correspondence with Teno Roncalio

A Tribune Profile—Lewis E. Bates, Wyoming State Tribune—6/l/61.

Teno Roncalio—Wyoming Whirlwind—Red Kelso—Empire Magazine—4/14/ 63.

Congressional Record.

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