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Cleo Maxwell's avatar

I had my phone on for most of the 25 hours. I fell asleep to him talking, and I woke up to him talking. All day, I listened. Sometimes I cried. He was amazing! He would make an AMAZING president! THANK YOU, CORY, FOR STANDING UP FOR OUR COUNTRY!

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Christina Albetta's avatar

I did the same! Many missed out!

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Maureen Hatfield's avatar

Right there with you, Cleo! I had to go out for about an hour, but fell asleep listening, woke up, still going. Riveted to CSPAN. I, too, was crying with pride! What a sweet experience to see Senator Booker create a new record of holding the floor, encouraging our better selves to engage on behalf of our combined freedoms and rights. I am so inspired by him, his message of hope and call to action. I am also damn proud of our Democratic Senators who stood up with Senator Booker, helping him make it through, asking questions and prolonging their time in asking to give his voice a break! Senator Booker received applause in the chamber, but also in my house! I could not help it! Loud clapping, tears of gratitude and pride, and resolve to continue on in my small way of resistance. What a beacon of light!!! Then to learn WISCONSIN stood for our Democracy! It was a good day!

Now rest Senator Booker! You have the gratitude and support of your grateful party! Thank you!!!!

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