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Bob Graham, longtime US senator and 2-term Florida governor, dies

(CNN) — Bob Graham, former US senator and Democratic governor of Florida, has died according to a family statement posted by his daughter.

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Rashard Rose
, CNN
CNN — (CNN) — Bob Graham, former US senator and Democratic governor of Florida, has died according to a family statement posted by his daughter.

“We are deeply saddened to report the passing of a visionary leader, dedicated public servant, and even more importantly, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather: Bob Graham,” the statement said.

“Bob Graham devoted his life to the betterment of the world around him,” the statement continued.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

CNN’s Jeff Zeleny contributed to this report.

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