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John Ashcroft
SLP2001011511 - 15 JANUARY 2001 - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI, USA: Former U.S. Senator John Ashcroft (R-MO) gives his concession speech as wife Janet stands by his side, on November 8, 2000. Ashcroft begins confirmation hearings to become attourney general on January 16, 2001. rlw/bg/Bill Greenblatt UPI

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