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Congressman Sanford Bishop, Jr. Remembers "A Fighter"

February 1, 2007

WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Sanford Bishop, Jr., of Georgia’s Second Congressional District released the following statement on the passing of fellow Georgian, Congressman Charlie Norwood of Georgia’s Tenth Congressional District:

“I was saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, colleague, and fellow Georgian, Congressman Charlie Norwood. Though he hailed from the other side of the aisle, I admired him, as he was a fighter. He had tenacity, served well, and worked doggedly to do right by his district. I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to his family for losing a wonderful father and husband, to his staff, for losing an outstanding leader, and to his constituents, for losing a tireless advocate.”