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Thomas Foley: This is a man who stood for the Constitution and civility, from day one of his congressional career to the last day of…

On the recordMarch 5, 2013
This is a man who stood for the Constitution and civility, from day one of his congressional career to the last day of his last term.
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Thomas Foley
Washington

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Foley was praised for his unwavering commitment to democracy and civility.

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