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1. May he rest in peace

Reply to dsc (Original post)

Wed May 20, 2026, 01:17 PM

Wednesday

I was a member of the Texas Clinton delegation to the 2016 National Convention. The Texas delegation was seated directly behind the Massachusetts delegation. Senator Warren was seated two rows ahead of me. I remember shaking the hand of Congressman Franks at the convention. It was a honor to shake his hand.

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