Abraham Kazen
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Abraham Kazen Jr., usually known as Chick Kazen, was a U.S. Representative from Texas's 23rd congressional district, the first to serve in that particular position. Elected in 1966, Kazen served until 1985, having been defeated in the 1984 Democratic primary election by Albert G. Bustamante.
Abraham Kazen
Kazen grave with congressional emblem on tombstone at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Laredo, Texas
The Kazen College Center on the Laredo Community College campus
Texas's 23rd congressional district
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Texas's 23rd congressional district stretches across the southwestern portion of Texas. It is a majority Hispanic district and has been represented by Republican Tony Gonzales since 2021.
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