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Related: About this forumMessage from John Lewis
Friend --
When I set off to march across the Edmund Pettus bridge in Selma, Alabama, 50 years ago, I did so with the knowledge that I might not come back alive.
But I also knew that what we were trying to accomplish was vital to holding on to the promise of our country: that every person, regardless of race, had a say in their government.
I could never have guessed that in the year 2015, Id be fighting essentially the same fight all over again.
While Republican candidates keep insisting that there isnt a problem, Hillary Clinton has committed to turning the tide in favor of expanding voting rights for all Americans. Thats why Im proud to be a part of this week's launch of African Americans for Hillary -- and I hope youll join me.
I was proud to hear Hillary reaffirm her commitment to protecting voting rights in Alabama recently at the Alabama Democratic Conference Convention -- as well as to reforming our criminal justice system and advocating for funding for historically black colleges and universities.
I look forward to fighting for her the way shes fighting for all of us. That starts right here, when you stand with her.
African Americans for Hillary is a group of supporters making that commitment right now -- because we know how important Hillarys campaign is to our values and our communities. Will you join me?
Join African Americans for Hillary
Thank you,
John Lewis
When I set off to march across the Edmund Pettus bridge in Selma, Alabama, 50 years ago, I did so with the knowledge that I might not come back alive.
But I also knew that what we were trying to accomplish was vital to holding on to the promise of our country: that every person, regardless of race, had a say in their government.
I could never have guessed that in the year 2015, Id be fighting essentially the same fight all over again.
While Republican candidates keep insisting that there isnt a problem, Hillary Clinton has committed to turning the tide in favor of expanding voting rights for all Americans. Thats why Im proud to be a part of this week's launch of African Americans for Hillary -- and I hope youll join me.
I was proud to hear Hillary reaffirm her commitment to protecting voting rights in Alabama recently at the Alabama Democratic Conference Convention -- as well as to reforming our criminal justice system and advocating for funding for historically black colleges and universities.
I look forward to fighting for her the way shes fighting for all of us. That starts right here, when you stand with her.
African Americans for Hillary is a group of supporters making that commitment right now -- because we know how important Hillarys campaign is to our values and our communities. Will you join me?
Join African Americans for Hillary
Thank you,
John Lewis
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Message from John Lewis (Original Post)
MADem
Oct 2015
OP
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(297,446 posts)1. Wonderful endorsement for Hillary from Civil Rights Icon Rep John Lewis~
Last edited Thu Oct 29, 2015, 07:47 AM - Edit history (2)
She has so many strong leaders fighting for her.. Thank you!
riversedge
(70,267 posts)2. African Americans for Hillary Grassroots Organizing Meeting with Hillary Clinton Oct 30, 2015, 1:00p
And a tweet
African Americans for Hillary Grassroots Organizing Meeting with Hillary Clinton Oct 30, 2015, 1:00pm3:30pm EDT https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/?id=733508
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Thinkingabout
(30,058 posts)3. K&R
msrizzo
(796 posts)4. She couldn't have a better person leading this.
John Lewis is a true hero.
stonecutter357
(12,697 posts)5. K&R!
William769
(55,147 posts)6. Kick & highly recommended!
workinclasszero
(28,270 posts)7. John Lewis
Is a real american hero.
Hillary must be very proud that he is endorsing her.
Tarheel_Dem
(31,236 posts)8. I got mine too!