War Critic Dies

Representative John Murtha died today at the Virginia Hospital Center located in Arlington, Va. The long time Democrat was known for his outspoken criticism of former president George Bush’s handling of the Iraqi war. 77 year old Murtha was a former marine and was known as the voice of veterans in this country.

Murtha represented the good people of Pennsylvania since 1974 after winning a special election. He was known for bringing the money home from Washington by taking advantage of the earmarking process. He is survived by his wife Joyce and three children.

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