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Will Lester, longtime AP journalist in South Carolina, Florida and Washington, dies at age 71

Will Lester, a longtime reporter and editor for The Associated Press who played a critical role in the news organization’s 2000 election-night decision not to call the presidential race, died Wednesday. According to his family, Lester died unexpectedly at his home in Maryland. Fellow AP employees held Lester’s good nature in equal measure of esteem with his dedication to covering the news. ....

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Will Lester, longtime AP journalist in South Carolina, Florida and Washington, dies at age 71 – Metro US

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Will Lester, a longtime reporter and editor for The Associated Press who played a critical role in the news organization’s 2000 election-night decision not to call the presidential race, died Wednesday. He was 71. According to his family, Lester died unexpectedly at his home in Maryland. Fellow AP employees held Lester’s […] ....

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