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Rep. Lizzie Fletcher pays tribute to Sylvester Turner in recent tweets

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Lizzie Fletcher U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 7th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Lizzie Fletcher U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 7th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, a U.S. Congresswoman representing Texas' 7th district since 2019, has shared several posts on social media highlighting her recent activities and tributes. Fletcher, who succeeded John Culberson in office, is an active voice in Congress and has been involved in various initiatives and honors.

On March 5, 2025, Fletcher posted about a tribute to Sylvester Turner, stating: "A moving and fitting tribute worth reading today: Sylvester Turner's life embodied the American dream and Houston's history like no other." This post underscores Turner's significant impact on both the city of Houston and the broader American narrative.

Later that day, she mentioned her participation in a Congressional honor for Turner: "Today, the Texas Congressional Delegation honored Sylvester Turner on the House floor and I honored my friend." This acknowledgment highlights Turner's influence and Fletcher's personal connection to him.

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