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McCormack Poised to Become House Speaker in 1940s Tone
Rep John William McCormack, a tough debater and long time ally of Sam Rayburn, is set to succeed as Speaker of the House. The Massachusetts Democrat, 70, known as the fighting Irishman from South Boston, rose from state politics to national leadership, with Rayburn’s death clearing the path.
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