.@SenThadCochran and I certainly have our differences. He once said, “I don’t call lots of news conferences. I just don’t see that as a necessary part of my responsibilities.”
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But there are many things do have in common, and there’s a particular part of his legacy that I want every New Yorker to remember today:
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After Hurricane Katrina buffeted his state,
@SenThadCochran convinced recalcitrant lawmakers to deliver aid to the gulf coast far exceeding the Admin’s request. And he did it by working members on both sides behind the scenes, earning the nickname the “quiet persuader.”Show this thread -
When Hurricane Sandy hit, Chairman Cochran was the ranking member on the Approps Cmte. He & his staff were extraordinarily helpful throughout the process. Ultimately,
@SenThadCochran voted for the#Sandy relief bill when many of our colleagues opposed it. I’ll never forget that.Show this thread
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Then why is Mississippi at the bottom of the health and education scale?
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He fought to maintain white supremacy and a social order in Mississippi that leaves the state in horrible human and financial straits.
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@SenThadCochran Yes, he did served with respect and dignity, qualities you could learn from. Americans will be jumping for joy when you, Nancy and Maxine are voted out... oh, happy days for America!!!Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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Wish you would catch a ride out with him u MFD
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