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Burgess Statement on the Passing of the Honorable Bill Clements

Washington, D.C. –Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement on the death of the Honorable Bill Clements: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of former Governor Bill Clements, an important figure in the history and success of the Republican Party in Texas.
Burgess Statement on the Passing of the Honorable Bill Clements

Washington, D.C. –Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement on the death of the Honorable Bill Clements:

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of former Governor Bill Clements, an important figure in the history and success of the Republican Party in Texas. Clements brought his remarkable entrepreneurial talents to the Texas government and served our state with principled leadership. He will be remembered as an influential leader who laid the foundation for the success of the Republican Party in Texas, and he will be sorely missed not only by his family, friends and colleagues, but also by people across the state who have been inspired by his service and initiative.”

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