Rep. Johnson Statement on Death of Rep. John Lewis
July 27, 2020
July 27, 2020
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, issued the following statement on the death of Rep. John Lewis, D-Georgia:
"I will remember my friend, Congressman John Lewis, for his kindness, forceful stance against injustice and his unwavering hope for equality and his unwavering hope for equality.
"His belief in and fight for democracy had a definite impact on me and my opportunity to serve as a Member of the United States Congress.
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"I will remember my friend, Congressman John Lewis, for his kindness, forceful stance against injustice and his unwavering hope for equality and his unwavering hope for equality.
"His belief in and fight for democracy had a definite impact on me and my opportunity to serve as a Member of the United States Congress.
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