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Statement by DNC Chairman Howard Dean on the Passing of Congresswoman Julia Carson

Sat Dec 15, 2007 9:05pm EST
Statement by DNC Chairman Howard Dean on the Passing of Congresswoman Julia
Carson

 WASHINGTON, Dec. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Democratic National Committee
Chairman Howard Dean today issued the following statement on the death of
Indiana Congresswoman Julia Carson: 

"With the passing of Congresswoman Julia Carson, the people of Indiana and
indeed all Americans have lost a great public servant and a tireless champion
of freedom and fairness for all. As we mourn her passing, let's pause to
remember her dignity, her courage, and the conviction she brought to
Washington. Today, I join countless Americans across the country in offering
my thoughts and prayers to Congresswoman Carson's family and friends in these
difficult days"

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