Barney Frank, the longtime Massachusetts congressman who became the first openly gay member of Congress, has died at the age of 86. His death was confirmed by his sister on Wednesday, closing the final chapter on one of the most influential and outspoken political careers in modern American history. For more than three decades, Frank represented southern Massachusetts in Congress and became nationally recognized not only for his sharp political instincts and quick wit, but also for helping reshape the conversation around LGBTQ+ rights in America. Born on March 31, 1940, in Bayonne, Frank spent 32 years in the House...
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