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Embattled Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax Compares Himself to Lynching Victims

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He made the comparison Sunday afternoon during an unexpected speech before the state senate.

Sam Brodey
Sam Brodey 

Deputy Politics Editor

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Sam Brodey

Sam Brodey

Deputy Politics Editor

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