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SEPTEMBER 23, 2008

Johnnie Byrd and Sarah Palin

Former Florida House Speaker Johnnie Byrd penned an open letter to Sarah Palin on TownHall.com: "Dear Sarah,

"Alzheimer’s disease is ravaging millions of Americans, mostly seniors, but not always the elderly. That is why I write you—because we don’t choose to become advocates; we are called to action by our loved ones. As I listened to your recent interview with Sean Hannity my heart was warmed to hear you pledge to advocate for the prevention and cure of diseases that challenge America’s families:..."

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