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We lost a legend on Friday, John. I believe I speak for the Party and the 9 million Democrats in our state when I say: we are in mourning. Congressman John Lewis was a towering figure in the fight for justice, civil rights, and a better America. His dedication to the fight for freedom was steadfast and unwavering. He risked everything for justice, not just once, not just twice, but continually — he was arrested 40+ times during protests. If we are going to honor Congressman Lewis’ life and legacy with the reverence and respect it deserves, I am personally asking you to VOTE on November 3rd. He spilled his blood on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, served in Parchman Prison, rode with the Freedom Riders in the summer of 1961, and served in Congress for more than 30 years, so each and every single American can exercise their civic duty. For those that are also grieving and looking to learn more about Congressman Lewis’ legacy, I’d urge you to pick up his graphic novel MARCH. It’s an incredible, illustrative series detailing his march towards freedom and his experience during the ‘60s civil rights movement. The new documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble, available for streaming online, is also a fantastic and emotional portrait of Congressman Lewis’ life through the early part of this year. While we are heartbroken by the loss of this American legend, we must also consider his passing an invitation to collective action. Our grief can move mountains, change history, and expand democracy. His fight is our fight to carry on. In Solidarity, Rusty Hicks  |
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