Morgan Freeman Reads John Lewis’ Final Words: ‘Now, It’s Your Turn’
The final message of civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) was broadcast Thursday night in a poignant reading by his friend, actor Morgan Freeman. The essay, which Lewis asked…
Obama Makes Sweeping Call To Action On Voting Rights In John Lewis Eulogy
Former President Barack Obama issued a sweeping call to action on voting rights in his eulogy for civil rights icon and longtime Georgia congressman John Lewis, calling for an end…
Cedric Richmond To William Barr: Keep John Lewis’ Name Out Of Your Mouth
Attorney General William Barr started out his testimony to the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday by paying respects to the late Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), the civil rights icon who…
Petition To Rename ‘Bloody Sunday’ Bridge For John Lewis Nabs Over 460,000 Signatures
More than 460,000 signatures appeared as of Sunday on an online petition that calls for putting the name of late Rep. John Lewis on the Selma, Alabama, bridge where police…
John Lewis, civil rights legend and longtime Georgia congressman, dead at 80
“It is with inconsolable grief and enduring sadness that we announce the passing of U.S. Rep. John Lewis,” his family said in a statement. “He was honored and respected as…
Rihanna Talks Allyship At 2020 NAACP Image Awards: ‘Tell Your Friends To Pull Up’
Rihanna accepted the President’s Award at the 51st NAACP Image Awards on Saturday. The singer was celebrated for her career in music and fashion, and her philanthropy, including her Clara…
Rep. John Lewis Gives First Interview After Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
Days after disclosing he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer, Rep. John Lewis is speaking out publicly about the diagnosis and his plans for the future. In an exclusive interview with…
John Lewis Reminds Voters Of ‘Bloody Sunday’ At Stacey Abrams Rally
Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) on Friday recalled the day known as “Bloody Sunday” ― when he and several hundred others marched the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Alabama in 1965 ―…