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Congressman John D. Dingell

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Serving Michigan's 15th Congressional District


NEWS RELEASE Contact: Adam Benson

February 24, 2008

  202/225-4071 (office)
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Dingell Statement on the Death of Former UAW President Douglas Fraser

Washington, DC - Congressman John D. Dingell (D-MI15) made the following comments on the death of former United Auto Workers president Douglas A. Fraser:

"I join many thousands of Americans in mourning Doug Fraser. He was a wonderful man - a dedicated labor leader who cared deeply about the well-being of his fellow Americans. He worked to better the lives of all Americans on matters of great importance - health, working conditions, jobs, education and quality of life.

"He made tremendous contributions to America's working families. I am one of many who was proud to call him a dear and trusted friend."

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