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RIP John Lewis (1 Viewer)
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“Generations from now,” Obama said when awarding him a Medal of Freedom in 2011, “when parents teach their children what is meant by courage, the story of John Lewis will come to mind — an American who knew that change could not wait for some other person or some other time; whose life is a lesson in the fierce urgency of now."
Obama says it best
Obama says it best
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Don Quixote
Footballguy
I posted in the RIP thread in the FFA, but definitely worthy of his own thread. I read his memoir “Walking the Wind” about 20 years ago and his life story was inspiring. He was may be the greatest living American. Rest in power.
whoknew
Footballguy
I was not familiar with Edmund Pettus. But after reading about him, the Edmund Pettus bridge in Selma needs to be renamed. Seems like a perfect tribute to John Lewis.
AAABatteries
Footballguy
My office (back in the old days when we used to go to offices) is in his district. I walked to lunch many days around downtown buildings. One day I was walking and we passed right by each other. Both alone but I didn’t recognize him completely until after we passed each other - for a minute I considering catching up to shake his hand but decided not to both him. Wish I had. RIP to a brave man.
When he gave this speech at the March on Washington, he was twenty-three years old! What were you doing at that age?
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: Lewis was “one of the greatest heroes of American history.”
Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell: “Our great nation’s history has only bent towards justice because great men like John Lewis took it upon themselves to help bend it.”
Apple CEO Tim Cook also released a statement on Twitter, saying “John Lewis guided us toward a more righteous world.”
Bottom line, via John Lewis: “When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something, to say something, and not be quiet.”
Well done, Sir.
Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell: “Our great nation’s history has only bent towards justice because great men like John Lewis took it upon themselves to help bend it.”
Apple CEO Tim Cook also released a statement on Twitter, saying “John Lewis guided us toward a more righteous world.”
Bottom line, via John Lewis: “When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something, to say something, and not be quiet.”
Well done, Sir.
timschochet
Footballguy
I’ve just turned 55 years old. It’s amazing for me to realize that when I was born, there were states in this nation that forced blacks to attend inferior schools, use separate water fountains and toilets, not have the right to vote. John Lewis is one of those who changed all that through incredible bravery.
Workhorse
Footballguy
RIP to my Congressman. Voting for John Lewis every two years was an honor. Plus, he was so incredibly kind to my daughter two years ago: He promised her that he would vote for the Equality Act and draw a direct parallel between his civil rights struggles and the fight for LGBTQ equality.
Ghost Rider
Footballguy
The civil rights movement definitely just lost a great leader.
R.I.P.
R.I.P.
tommyGunZ
Footballguy
And yet Mitch McConnell continues to block restoration of John Lewis' greatest work, the Voting Rights Act. McConnell is the anti-Lewis, and his words ring hollow.
Biden: "I know of no man with more courage than John Lewis. He was a giant walking among us. When I saw him, I couldn’t help but think one thing: “I haven’t done enough.” May his life and legacy inspire every one of us to strive for justice, equality and what is right."
Obama: "Not many of us get to live to see our own legacy play out in such a meaningful, remarkable way," Obama added. "John Lewis did. And thanks to him, we now all have our marching orders — to keep believing in the possibility of remaking this country we love until it lives up to its full promise."
Carter: "Rosalynn and I are saddened by the death of Congressman John Lewis. He made an indelible mark on history through his quest to make our nation more just. John never shied away from what he called “good trouble” to lead our nation on the path toward human and civil rights. Everything he did, he did in a spirit of love. All Americans, regardless of race or religion, owe John Lewis a debt of gratitude. We send our condolences and prayers to his family and friends.”
Bush: "Laura and I join our fellow Americans in mourning the loss of Congressman John Lewis. As a young man marching for equality in Selma, Alabama, John answered brutal violence with courageous hope. And throughout his career as a civil rights leader and public servant, he worked to make our country a more perfect union. America can best honor John's memory by continuing his journey toward liberty and justice for all."
Obama: "Not many of us get to live to see our own legacy play out in such a meaningful, remarkable way," Obama added. "John Lewis did. And thanks to him, we now all have our marching orders — to keep believing in the possibility of remaking this country we love until it lives up to its full promise."
Carter: "Rosalynn and I are saddened by the death of Congressman John Lewis. He made an indelible mark on history through his quest to make our nation more just. John never shied away from what he called “good trouble” to lead our nation on the path toward human and civil rights. Everything he did, he did in a spirit of love. All Americans, regardless of race or religion, owe John Lewis a debt of gratitude. We send our condolences and prayers to his family and friends.”
Bush: "Laura and I join our fellow Americans in mourning the loss of Congressman John Lewis. As a young man marching for equality in Selma, Alabama, John answered brutal violence with courageous hope. And throughout his career as a civil rights leader and public servant, he worked to make our country a more perfect union. America can best honor John's memory by continuing his journey toward liberty and justice for all."
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timschochet
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It would be better, IMO for President Trump simply not to say anything, given the awful and embarrassing comments he’s made about Lewis in the past.
It's probably too much to ask but maybe we could just keep this thread about positives in honoring Congressman Lewis.
I know the "let's make sure we get our shots in on Trump or someone else" is what people prefer.
But maybe at least just for today, we could keep the focus on Mr. Lewis. Can you give guys give him that much?
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Trump in 2017: "Congressman John Lewis should spend more time on fixing and helping his district, which is in horrible shape and falling apart (not to mention crime infested) rather than falsely complaining about the election results. All talk, talk, talk - no action or results. Sad,"
I agree and just deleted my last sentence, which i initially had seconds thoughts about anyway. There are plenty of other threads for current politics.
Early on, John Lewis wasn't afraid to defend same-sex marriage.
"I’ve heard the reasons for opposing civil marriage for same-sex couples. Cut through the distractions, and they stink of the same fear, hatred and intolerance I have known in racism and bigotry."
"I’ve heard the reasons for opposing civil marriage for same-sex couples. Cut through the distractions, and they stink of the same fear, hatred and intolerance I have known in racism and bigotry."
Tremendous 4 minute speech against the Defense of Marriage Act on the floor of the house in 1996.
https://www.c-span.org/video/?c4399400/user-clip-john-lewis-doma-1996
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