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Senator Flanagan Meets UFC Champion Weidman
John J. Flanagan
November 25, 2014
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Senator John Flanagan (2nd Senate District) recently met Dix Hills resident and UFC Middleweight Champion Chris Weidman during a visit to an area school. The Hofstra University graduate won his title in July of 2013 and has successfully defended it two times.
“Chris is a true gentleman who has worked hard for all that he has achieved. It was great to meet this champion and I wish him continued success in the future,” stated Senator Flanagan.
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