Whether pulled from headlines or history books, these classic country songs tell the stories of true historical events.

Scientist-broadcaster David Suzuki is 89. Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie is 86. Rock musician Lee Oskar is 77. Singer Nick Lowe is 76. Fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger is 74.

The bill passed with the bare minimum of 91 votes after three Democrats broke party ranks to support it. Seven Republicans also voted against it.

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