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On the recordFebruary 1, 2000
Well, we have had some great role models. My father is 87 years old, and we just moved him to Chicago from Arkansas, where he was living alone. And we were chatting the other day, and he said to me that in spite of how far we have come, we still have a long way to go. And I think he was absolutely correct. So I thank the gentleman.
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Danny Davis
Democratic · Illinois

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Reflecting on personal family experiences and the ongoing journey for progress.

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