Congressman James Clyburn speaks about Florida situation
WAS2000120503 - 05 DECEMBER 2000 - WASHINGTON, DC, USA: Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus James Clyburn (D-SC) announces new Chairman elect and speaks about presidential election situation in Florida on Capitol Hill, December 5, 2000. cc/xg/Xeriqua Garfinkel UPI
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