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Georgia Congressman David Scott Dies at 80

U.S. Representative David Scott, a longtime Democratic lawmaker from Georgia, has died at the age of 80. Scott was in the middle of seeking his 13th term in Congress.

22 Apr, 08:43 — 22 Apr, 18:15
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APVery High4h ago

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80 - AP News

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80  AP News

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NYTMostly Factual3h ago

Rep. David Scott, Longtime Georgia Lawmaker, Dies at 80

The former Georgia state lawmaker was an advocate for issues that affected Black communities. He drew attention for his refusal to exit politics amid health problems.

By Robert Jimison

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wapoMostly Factual4h ago

Georgia Rep. David Scott dies at 80 after more than two decades in House

The Democratic lawmaker, who had served in the chamber since 2003, was seeking a 13th term in his safely blue district.

By Mariana Alfaro

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

Georgia congressman David Scott dies aged 80

Scott, who represented Atlanta suburbs since 2003, had qualified to run for a 12th term before his death David Scott, a Georgia congressman and moderate Democrat representing Atlanta’s southern suburbs since 2003, has died at the age of 80. Scott’s health has been an open question for several years. He was ranking member of the House agriculture committee, and was the first Black chairman of that committee when Democrats controlled the house. Continue reading...

By George Chidi in Atlanta

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cnbcMostly Factual3h ago

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at age 80.

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

Georgia Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80 in middle of seeking reelection

The announcement of Scott’s death occurred during the Congressional Black Caucus’ weekly luncheon on Capitol Hill

By Bill Barrow,Matt Brown and Jeff Amy

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YahooMostly Factual4h ago

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

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