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StoryJul 30, 2020Read →

Obama Takes Shot at Trump, Republicans Over Voting Rights During Tribute to John Lewis

Former President Barack Obama slammed President Donald Trump , and Republicans in office, for his criticism of mail-in voting as he eulogized Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), a civil rights icon on Thursday. Obama accused Trump…

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StoryJul 30, 2020Read →

Barack Obama Compares the Federal Government’s Treatment of Protesters to George Wallace

Former President Barack Obama was among a number of speakers at the Atlanta funeral of civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis and though there were early questions about how the former commander-in-chief may address…

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StoryJul 30, 2020Read →

Pelosi Delivers Emotional Tribute to Civil Rights Icon John Lewis

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) fought back tears while delivering remarks honoring Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), a civil rights icon. During Lewis’ memorial on Thursday, Pelosi spoke to the relationship he had with…

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John Lewis in Posthumous Op-Ed: ‘Now It Is Your Turn to Let Freedom Ring’

Late Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), a civil rights icon, penned an op-ed that was published posthumously, where he wrote, “Though I may not be here with you, I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up…

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StoryJul 28, 2020Read →

Kamala Harris Shreds Barr for Invoking John Lewis During Hearing

Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) shredded Attorney General William Barr for mentioning the late Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) during the opening remarks of his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee. At the hearing on…

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ReportingJul 28, 2020Read →

Civil Rights Pioneer, Congressman John Lewis Honored in Capitol Hill Ceremony

The flag-draped coffin bearing the body of longtime U.S. Representative John Lewis was escorted on Monday to the Capitol where it will lie in state through Tuesday in a tribute to his life-long dedication to civil…

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ReportingJul 27, 2020Read →

Civil Rights Pioneer, Congressman John Lewis to Lie in State at US Capitol

Civil rights pioneer and longtime U.S. Representative John Lewis will lie in state at the Capitol Building on Monday and Tuesday, allowing time for socially distanced tributes to the protégé of the Rev. Martin Luther…

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ReportingJul 26, 2020Read →

Body of Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Crosses Alabama Bridge for Final Time

The body of civil rights icon John Lewis crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Sunday, decades after his “Bloody Sunday” beating there drew a national spotlight to the struggle for racial equality. A military honor guard…

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ReportingJul 24, 2020Read →

US Congressman John Lewis to Lie in State in Capitol Rotunda

John Lewis, a civil rights pioneer and longtime member of Congress who died last week, will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington on Monday and Tuesday. Lewis, a Democratic member of Congress from…

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ReportingJul 20, 2020Read →

Georgia Democrats Pick State Senator to Replace John Lewis on November US Ballot

The Democratic Party in Georgia said on Monday it had chosen state senator Nikema Williams to be its nominee to run for the U.S. House of Representatives seat that is vacant following the death of civil rights icon John…

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StoryJul 20, 2020Read →

House Holds Moment of Silence to Honor John Lewis

The House of Representatives observed a moment of silence to honor Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) who died last week after a battle with pancreatic cancer. On Monday, members of the Georgia delegation hailed Lewis’ legacy…

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StoryJul 18, 2020Read →

‘We Have Lost a Giant’: Rep. John Lewis, Civil Rights Icon, Dies

Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), a Civil Rights icon, died on Friday at 80-years-old after battling cancer — drawing words of remembrance from many. After being elected in 1986, Lewis served 17 terms in Congress. Prior to that…

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StoryJun 4, 2020Read →

Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Gives First Interview After Death of George Floyd

Civil Rights Icon Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) gave his first interview this week after the death of George Floyd. Floyd’s death has triggered protests across the country. In an interview with “CBS This Morning,” Lewis said…

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StoryMay 31, 2020Read →

Omar Says Violent Demonstrators Are ‘Not Interested in Protecting Black Lives’

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) is voicing her support of peaceful protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death. However, she says that individuals who “ignite violence” do not really care about “protecting black lives.” “In…

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StoryMay 31, 2020Read →

Biden Condemns Violent Protests: ‘We Must Not Allow This Pain to Destroy Us’

Former Vice President Joe Biden (D) is speaking out about the violent demonstrations which took place in several cities across the country in the wake of George Floyd’s death. “Protesting such brutality is right and…

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Rep. John Lewis Tosses Support Behind Biden: ‘We Have a Choice, We Must Decide’

A civil rights icon is tossing his support behind former Vice President Joe Biden (D) as the former vice president continues to garner endorsements. Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) praised Biden as a “dear friend” and “a man of…

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