Former President Barack Obama delivered an emotional compliment at the funeral of Representative John Lewis, a civil rights icon, on Thursday afternoon, calling him a “mentor” to many and praising him for his “courage.” The 44th president, who followed speeches by former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush and …
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Three former presidents will honor Congressman John Lewis at his funeral in Atlanta, Georgia, Thursday at 11 a.m., completing a week of memorial services for the longtime lawmaker and civil rights icon. Former President Barack Obama will deliver the eulogy for Lewis, who died earlier this month at age 80. …
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On Thursday, a funeral for civil rights icon John Lewis will be held at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, days after the events honoring the late congressman, who died earlier this month at 80 years old. Lewis left Washington, DC For the last time on Wednesday, after Congressional …
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Former President Obama will speak to the late representative. John LewisJohn LewisLawmakers, John Lewis Biden Public Farewell: Next week I will choose a fellow candidate Harris: Barr “has nothing to say the name of John Lewis” MORE‘s (D-Ga.) funeral on Thursday, according to a source familiar with the plans. Obama …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Donald Trump’s aides are “frustrated” with the President’s decision not to pay his respects to the late Congressman John Lewis. The civil rights leader passed away last week. His body …
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