Founders and Flounders

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In the Massachusetts House of Representatives hangs a 5-foot pine cod, a historic symbol of the fishing industry. It’s known as the Sacred Cod of Massachusetts.

The Senate, not to be outdone, has a brass fish surmounting its chandelier.

It’s known as the Holy Mackerel.

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