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The following is a transcript of an interview with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner that aired Sunday, February 21, 2021, on Face the Nation. MARGARET BRENNAN: We turn now to the mayor of Houston, Sylvester Turner. Good morning to you, Mr. Mayor.HOUSTON MAYOR SYLVESTER TURNER: Good
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