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Article: REP. REICHERT PAYS TRIBUTE TO CORETTA SCOTT KING

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February 7, 2006
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Rep. David G. Reichert, R-Wash. (8th CD), issued the following statement:

Rep. Dave Reichert today issued the following statement in remembrance of Coretta Scott King:

"Coretta Scott King's profound effect on the civil rights movement reverberates in this country even today. As the first lady of the civil rights movement, she dedicated her life to the causes of equality, justice and freedom. Today we honor her lifetime of achievements and offer our condolences to her family."

"Throughout my 33 years in law enforcement I've interacted with people from all walks of life. I know what it's like to take risks and make sacrifices for what you ...

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