U.S. Rep. David Scott, longtime Georgia Democrat, dies at 80 - 77 WABC
Scott represented Georgia’s 13th Congressional District for more than 20 years and led the House Agriculture Committee.
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TAP FOR WHYGeorgia Rep. David Scott has died at 80, according to officials from his office. He served in the House for more than 20 years and was the first Black lawmaker to lead the House Agriculture Committee.
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59 OUTLETSOutlets agree that David Scott, a longtime Georgia representative, died at 80. Center outlets largely focus on his career and legacy, including his role as the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee, along with the vacancy and reelection context. Right-leaning outlets also recount his career and the vacancy, while giving attention to health concerns and calls for retirement.
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