United Steelworkers Issues Statement on Death of Rep. Lewis
July 20, 2020
July 20, 2020
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, July 20 -- The United Steelworkers issued the following statement on the death of Rep. John Lewis, D-Georgia:
"The USW is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
"His endless courage in the face of injustice is a reminder of what ordinary people can do in extraordinary times - though, one could easily argue Rep. Lewis was far beyond ordinary.
"Often referred to as 'the conscience of Congress, . . .
"The USW is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
"His endless courage in the face of injustice is a reminder of what ordinary people can do in extraordinary times - though, one could easily argue Rep. Lewis was far beyond ordinary.
"Often referred to as 'the conscience of Congress, . . .