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Robin Williams, an Oscar-winning actor and comedian was found dead at his home in California on Monday. As the news broke, friends and fans started sharing their memories of him on Twitter. He was known for movies “Dead Poets Society and” “Good Will Hunting,” the television show “Mork & Mindy,” as well as for his stand-up career.

Many in Washington, from President Obama to members of Congress, remembered him as someone who visited the troops overseas, or made them laugh and feel inspired.

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