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Elijah Cummings: So, Mr. Speaker, again as I have said before, there are so many deeds that go unnoticed, and the ones who perform them…

On the recordNovember 6, 2003
So, Mr. Speaker, again as I have said before, there are so many deeds that go unnoticed, and the ones who perform them are often unseen, unnoticed, unappreciated, and unapplauded. Tonight we in the Congressional Black Caucus take a moment to salute those who have given so much so that we might live the lives that we live.
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Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland

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Recognizing the contributions of unsung heroes during a speech by the Congressional Black Caucus.

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