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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Former Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice R. Fred Lewis, a respected jurist who spent decades advocating for equal access to the legal system and fairness in the courts, has died at the age of 78.Lewis, who served on Florida's highest court for more than a decade, was widely recognized for his efforts to expand access to justice for low-income residents, strengthen public confidence in the judiciary, and promote diversity within the legal profession.His passing prompted tributes from judges, attorneys, public officials, and legal organizations across Florida,...