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Statement of Senator Barack Obama on the Passing of Anna Langford

Thursday, September 18, 2008

For Immediate Release
Contact: Michael Ortiz

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Barack Obama today released the following statement on the passing of Anna Langford, the first African American woman to serve on Chicago's City Council:

"Michelle and I are saddened today to learn about the death of Anna Langford - a historic figure and unwavering champion for civil rights in Chicago. Her strong principles led her to always fight for the underdog and she never lost sight of the "least of these" in our society. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family."