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On the recordSeptember 20, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for going through the schedule. I know the gentleman joins me in extending our sincere condolences to our friend, my counterpart as the majority whip of the House, Jim Clyburn, on the loss of his wife, Emily. They were married for 58 years, and were a wonderful family. {time} 1115 I know she had been battling for awhile and she is in a better place, but for our friend, I know it is a tough time. I got to know his daughter Mignon, who served on the FCC for a number of years during the Obama administration, and she definitely learned from her mom and dad, just a wonderful person. So, I am sure my friend would join me to extend our sincere condolences and our heartfelt prayers to our friend Jim Clyburn and his whole family during this difficult time with the loss of his wife. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman.
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Steve Scalise
Republican · Louisiana

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