Byrd becomes longest-serving Congress member
Sen. Robert Byrd, at nearly 56 years in Congress, receives a Senate and presidential salute as he becomes the longest-serving lawmaker. The West Virginia Democrat turns 92 Friday and reflects on his decades in public life amid questions of past affiliations and regrets.
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Palin Draws Thousands in Michigan Book Tour Kickoff
Palin drew large crowds in Grand Rapids outside Barnes & Noble for the Going Rogue signings. Fans lined up since dawn for orange wristbands to meet the former vice presidential candidate, who praised Michigan’s work ethic and shared remarks about Alaska and Michigan.
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