Charles Rangel, the longtime U.S. congressman from New York City and the last surviving member of the "Gang of Four," has died. He was 94. Born in Harlem on June 11, 1930, Rangel was a Democratic member of the House of Representatives for 46 years after unseating the legendary Adam Clayton Powell Jr. He was a Korean War veteran, the dean of the New York Congressional Delegation and a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
Main Idea: Charlie Rangel, the longtime Harlem congressman and a key figure in New York politics, has died at 94.
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Charlie Rangel’s death removes a long-time voice for Harlem and Black voters, creating uncertainty about who will carry his local priorities forward.
Rangel’s record on housing, tax policy, and urban investment may still shape public policy and inspire future leaders.
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