Georgia Representative David Scott has died at 80 after serving in Congress since 2003 and leading the House Agriculture Committee. The Guardian reports that his health had prompted calls for him to retire, while also recounting his legislative work and political record.
Outlets 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.
Former Republican senator whom Scott endorsed in a 2016 Senate race
ALSO MENTIONED Andre Dickens, Atlanta mayor who described Scott as a longtime advocate for Georgians; George W. Bush, Former president mentioned in connection with the administration-era tax cuts Scott supported; Jim Barksdale, Democratic candidate whom Scott opposed in the 2016 Georgia Senate race
Former Republican senator whom Scott endorsed in a 2016 Senate race
ALSO MENTIONED Andre Dickens, Atlanta mayor who described Scott as a longtime advocate for Georgians; George W. Bush, Former president mentioned in connection with the administration-era tax cuts Scott supported; Jim Barksdale, Democratic candidate whom Scott opposed in the 2016 Georgia Senate race
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