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Barney Frank, liberal icon and financial reform advocate, dies at 86

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Barney Frank, a prominent liberal congressman known for his advocacy for gay rights and financial reforms, has passed away at the age of 86. Throughout his 32-year tenure in Congress, Frank was recognized for his sharp wit and pragmatic approach to politics. He was a trailblazer for LGBT rights, becoming the first openly gay member of Congress and the first incumbent to marry a same-sex partner. Frank also emphasized the importance of achieving progressive goals through conventional political methods, cautioning against alienating moderate voters with overly radical agendas. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Steven Sloan, The Associated Press ·

    Barney Frank, legendary liberal who ripped into left-wing dysfunction on his death bed, dies at 86

    He remained a fierce critic of Trump. Asked for his prediction on who might succeed the president, Frank said “unfortunately I won't get to vote for it.”

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