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Florida state Sen. Geraldine Thompson dies at 76 after complications from knee replacement surgery

Geraldine Thompson, a Florida State Senator, died at 76 after complications from knee replacement surgery, according to family statements.
Thompson served almost 20 years representing Orange County in the Florida House and Senate.
Her family emphasized her contributions to education, healthcare, and civil rights, highlighting her role in establishing the Wells' Built Museum of African American History and Culture in Orlando.
U.S. Representative Maxwell Frost described Thompson as a trailblazer and fierce advocate for all Floridians, stating she worked to ensure no one was left behind.

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The Epoch Times

Florida State Sen. Geraldine Thompson Dies at 76 After Complications From Knee Replacement Surgery

ORLANDO, Fla.—Florida state Sen. Geraldine Thompson died Thursday following complications from knee replacement surgery, her family said. She was 76. The Orlando-area Democrat had served in the Florida Legislature since 2006. Her most recent time in the Florida Senate began in 2022. She had previously served as a member of the Florida Senate from 2012 to 2016. She also served in the Florida House from 2006 to 2012 and again from 2018 to 2022. “H…

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The Philadelphia Tribune

Geraldine Thompson, Florida state senator, dies at 76

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida state Sen. Geraldine Thompson died Thursday surrounded by her family following complications from knee replacement surgery, her family said in a statement. She was 76.

8 days ago·Philadelphia, United States

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Bay News 9

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Florida Phoenix

State Sen. Geraldine Thompson dead at 76

State. Sen. Geraldine Thompson died at 76. She championed access to health care, a quality education, and for the preservation of Black history. (Photo via the Florida House of Representatives,)When Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Renatha Francis as his next appointee to the Florida Supreme Court back in 2020, Francis had not yet been a member of the Florida Bar for 10 years, a requirement spelled out in the state Constitution. He attempted to fudge…

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