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On the recordDecember 17, 2025
I rise to express condolences to Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton and her family on the passing of her father, Dr. Henry Wiggins, a renowned physician, military veteran, and health activist. I also express and convey condolences to the family of my good friend Reverend Charles Bowers, who recently passed away last week at the age of 95. On a happier note, I extend congratulations to my dear cousin and high school classmate, Cora Henderson, and her husband Floyd, on the occasion of their 65th wedding anniversary. Sixty-five years is a long time.
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Danny Davis
Democratic · Illinois

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Expressing condolences for the passing of notable individuals and celebrating a wedding anniversary.

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