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Farouk Shami's Closing Argument

In the closing days of the Democratic primary campaign, gubernatorial hopeful Farouk Shami visits San Antonio's Royal Palace Ballroom for a Latino senior citizens dance — and takes his own turn on the dance floor.

by Elise Hu

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In the closing days of the Democratic primary campaign, gubernatorial hopeful Farouk Shami visits San Antonio's Royal Palace Ballroom for a Latino senior citizens dance — and takes his own turn on the dance floor.

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