Let's make this birthday one to remember.

83 years old (Born on May 14, 1942)

Happy Birthday, Senator Byron Dorgan! From your legendary speeches on the Senate floor to championing North Dakota's interests with unmatched passion and wit, you've always known how to make politics both meaningful and entertaining. Your tireless advocacy for rural communities still resonates today—proving that good policy never goes out of style.

Even though you're no longer pacing Capitol Hill corridors daily, your legacy continues strong through thoughtful commentary and insightful analysis. Here's hoping this birthday brings you as much joy as watching bipartisan cooperation (rare but delightful!). Cheers to another year filled with laughter, wisdom—and fewer filibusters!