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Statement from Senator John J. Bonacic on the Passing of Congressman Ben Gilman
December 19, 2016
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(Middletown, NY)-“I was very saddened to hear of the death of my good friend Ben Gilman. He was that rare elected official who was both loved and respected while serving the people. My condolences to his wife Georgia and his family."
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