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Janice Schakowsky: I rise with a very sad announcement. Congressman Sidney Yates died last night. Those who loved the arts, who cherish the…

On the recordOctober 6, 2000
I rise with a very sad announcement. Congressman Sidney Yates died last night. Those who loved the arts, who cherish the environment, who struggle for human freedom and dignity lost a hero. Many of us, many of you lost a very dear friend, a true gentleman in this body for 48 years. There will be an opportunity at a later time for those who are moved to pay tribute to Sid to speak on this floor, and details about arrangements will be provided to all Members as soon as they are available.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

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Announcing the death of Congressman Sidney Yates.

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