We’ve heard the news that Sen. Byrd of West Virginia died early this morning at age 92. A news story notes that ” Buildings, By-Ways and Bridge Carry Byrd’s Name .” As if to say: “Our Work Here is Done; No Memorializing Necessary.”
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