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Betty Ford memorial recalls a force for progress
In Palm Desert a bipartisan memorial honors Betty Ford for her anti substance abuse work and her push for women rights. Speakers include Rosalynn Carter and Cokie Roberts praising her candor energy and public role. The service notes her creation of the Betty Ford Center and her openness about cancer and addiction shaping national dialogue. Ford died at 93 and will be buried beside Gerald Ford amid tributes from former presidents and first ladies.
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