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Published 1/7/2009 by sarahbethparker at CNN Political Ticker
WASHINGTON (CNN) – The Congressional Black Caucus just finished meeting and voted unanimously to support Roland Burris.
Rep Barbara Lee, D-California, CBC Chairwoman told reporters the caucus will put out a statement soon and inform the Senate of its decision.
      
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