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On the recordJune 22, 2004
Ray Charles was a musical genius, a great American, someone who stood for the rights of others. His life and his work will live forever through his music and through his legacy. I urge my colleagues to support H. Con. Res. 449 honoring the life and service of Ray Charles Robinson.

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Honoring the life and legacy of musician Ray Charles.

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