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Byrd Defies Time as West Virginia Senator Reaches Record
After 48 years in the Senate, West Virginia Democrat Robert Byrd becomes the longest serving senator, planning an unprecedented ninth term despite age and grief. He defends his work ethic, recalls early life, and criticizes modern politics while supporting West Virginia projects. He remains a pivotal, controversial figure in Senate history.
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