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Kennedy issues statement on the passing of Sybil Morial

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Submitted by United States Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana

MADISONVILLE, LA (September 5, 2024) – Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) today released the following statement on the passing of Sybil Morial, the first African-American First Lady of New Orleans and civil rights trailblazer. 

“Sybil Morial lived a life of love, courage and service and worked every day to make the promise of America a reality,” said Kennedy.

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