WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) released this statement following the passing of Constance “Connie” D. Harper, associate publisher and editor-in-chief of the Call and Post Newspaper, on Friday:

“Connie Harper was not only a legend in Cleveland journalism, she was a fierce civil rights advocate and leader. As Associate Publisher and Editor of the Call and Post and a proud alum of Central State University, she was committed to her community and committed to justice. She leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to others that serves as a testament to the way she lived her life. Connie Schultz and I extend our deepest sympathies to her family, her coworkers, and the many lives she touched‎.”

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