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Debbie Stabenow: “I take a moment to send my thoughts and prayers to the family of Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina, a man of a…”

On the recordJune 27, 2003
I take a moment to send my thoughts and prayers to the family of Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina, a man of a remarkable career who made his mark in the permanent history books of the Senate and the country. I know he will be remembered at the funeral next week that many colleagues will be attending. We send our thoughts and prayers to his family at what I am sure is a difficult time as they face this loss.
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Debbie Stabenow
Democratic · Michigan

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Offering condolences for the passing of Senator Strom Thurmond.

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