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BREAKING: Former long-time U.S. congresswoman, Eddie Bernice Johnson, (D-TX) has died. She was 89.

January 02, 2024
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Eddie Bernice Johnson was heralded for championing issues for more than half a century, and being a community servant and political giant By Black Headline News Former U. S. congresswoman (D-TX), Eddie Bernice Johnson, passed away this New Years weekend at age 89. On Sunday, her son, Kirk Johnson, confirmed the passing of his mother,

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