WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:

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Reed Statement on Life & Legacy of Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank

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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jack Reed today issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Barney Frank (D- MA-04):

"Barney Frank was known for his extraordinary intellect, keen wit, and passionate advocacy for Massachusetts and working peo . . .

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