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Rep. John Lewis Introduces SAFETY Through Non-Violence Act
Rep. John Lewis re-introduced a bill establishing a national initiative to make federal grants to community advocates, local, state, and tribal governments to teach the principles and discipline of non-violence to American youth. Lewis first heard about non-violent activism as a teenager when he was only 15 years old. He heard Martin Luther King Jr. talking about the non-violent struggle in the city of Montgomery, and that radio broadcast changed his life. He knew then that he wanted to participate in the work of non-violent change ensuing in America. To this day, he himself is still an ...
Congressman John Lewis speaks at Legal Aid event
He was elected to Congress in November 1986 and has served as U.S. Representative ofGeorgia’s Fifth Congressional District since then. That district includes the entire city ofAtlanta,Georgia and parts of Fulton, DeKalb and Clayton counties. Often called“one of the most courageous persons the Civil Rights Movement ever produced,” John Lewis has dedicated his life to protecting human rights, securing civil liberties, and building what he calls “The Beloved Community” in America. His dedication to the highest ethical standards and moral principles has won him ...
Congressman John Lewis at Occupy Atlanta
Congressman John Lewis visited the Occupy Atlanta rally at Woodruff Park last night approximately 45 minutes after its planning session, or General Assembly, started. Despite saying he did not want to speak, the civil rights icon was invited to address to the crowd. When the topic of allowing Lewis to speak was presented to the group, "Joe" (pictured in red) held up his arms to "block" Lewis from speaking. "Joe" said he was against Lewis speaking because the movement is "not about one individual" and that it has been built on the idea of "no hierarchy." The crowd decided the congressman could ...
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Rep. John Lewis Speaking Out at Voting Rights Rally WASHINGTON – Rep. John Lewis will use these prepared remarks today at the SPEAKOUT rally on the East Lawn of the U.S. Capitol at 10:30 AM. He joins other members of the Democratic leadership, other colleagues, and activists in an effort to persuade this Congress to repair the Voting Rights Act. Hailed as the most effective voting access tool this nation has ever employed, the heart of the act—the formula used to apply its power to state electoral systems—was gutted by an ill-conceived U.S. Supreme Court decision. Congress has the ability to repair what was damaged. Several legislative proposals have been introduced which could do so, including the Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Democracy Restoration Act. This rally is meant to spur Congress to take action on these issues before the next national election. These are the prepared remarks Rep. Lewis will use today. I want to thank the Democratic Leadership and Rep. Terri Sewell for bringing us together today to de |
Lewis, Hoyer, Clyburn, Conyers, and Brady Reintroduce Voter Empowerment Act WASHINGTON, DC – Today, lead sponsors Rep. John Lewis (GA-5), House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5), Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC-6), Rep. John Conyers (MI-13), Rep. Robert Brady (PA-1), and more than 178 Democrats reintroduced the Voter Empowerment Act in the House of Representatives. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York will introduce a companion version in the Senate. The Voter Empowerment Act will help ensure equal access to the ballot for every eligible voter, will modernize our voter registration system to help more Americans participate, and takes steps to eliminate deceptive practices that deter voters from casting their ballots. The struggle for voting access in America has been long and storied. It is not a right assured to every citizen. Most Americans had to struggle and some died to win voting access in this country. When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, only white Protestant men with property over the age of 21 co |
Rep. John Lewis Responds to Proposed Ban on Transgender Military Service People “I have fought too long and hard to end discrimination based on race and color to allow discrimination based on gender identity to be considered acceptable. “This mean, misguided policy takes us back to another place, a darker time. How is it acceptable to target those who love our country so much that they put their bodies and livelihood on the lines for its defense? This is a sad and dark day. “As a nation and as a people, all Americans should expect and deserve better. There is no place in our society for hate or bigotry. To punish any person based on their sexual orientation or gender identity is a shame and a disgrace, but to penalize those who pledge to serve and protect our country is unconscionable. “I stand with our transgender service members, and I pray that they will not lose heart. They must know that we love them. We respect them. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice, and most importantly, we will stand for their rights, just as they h |
Rep. John Lewis on the Arrest Video of Ms. Katie McCrary WASHINGTON – After viewing the video of a DeKalb County police officer striking a homeless woman with his baton several times during an arrest, Rep. John Lewis made the following statement: “This week, I watched the alarming video of Ms. Katie McCrary’s arrest in Decatur, Georgia. I was shocked and appalled to see such violence towards any person -- especially a woman known to have clear mental health issues. “Considering the gravity of this situation, I appreciate DeKalb County’s prompt response and action. I requested an update from the DeKalb County leadership on this serious matter, and I look forward their response. “In the shared commitment to strive towards achieving what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called the Beloved Community, we all must do our part in standing for justice. Inaction is not an option. We must be proactive and engaged in encouraging all of our sisters and brothers to respect the dignity and worth of every human being. We can, and we |
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