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Tribute To A Persistent Progressive - Rep. John Conyers

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Jacqueline Luqman pays tribute to John Conyers, the longest-serving Black Democrat in Congress and co-founder of the Congressional Black Caucus, died over the weekend at age 90. His political career spanned more than 50 years, and included a remarkable legacy of civil rights activism, challenging the expanding U.S. military global footprint, and consistent support for the poor and underprivileged.

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