As I said a moment ago, there is no higher priority in our budget, or certainly in the budgets of the past few years, than providing for what is needed for the protection and security of our country and support of our troops.

Sullivan Award presented to the best amateur athlete in the U. Connection to Mark Foley
After Rep. 0 at the Kansas Relays in 1969 Ryan's 3:57.

Years prior to his political career Ryun had an athletic career that saw him become a world-class runner and the last American to hold the world record in the mile run. His career was highlighted by many world record times and a silver medal in the 1500 m at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.