Watching the John Lewis funeral, I see love in the pews and at the pulpit. I see empathy, decency, and justice. I see the power of “good trouble.” This is ALSO our America. Let us not forget it or forsake it.
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I don’t mean to be cynical & memorials like this are important. But many people honoring John Lewis today did things that caused him great consternation while he was here. Celebrating people once they’re dead is easy enough; honoring their ideals while we’re alive can take work.

Jul 30, 2020 · 5:02 PM UTC

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I’m sure glad they didn’t ask you to speak today Debbie Downer. Truly great voices resonate beyond the walls of consternation and lift us all to service.
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Well, as you know what the Dems say...”never let a tragedy go to waste”.
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If you don't mean to be cynical...then don't.
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You're right.
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That was his challenge and he has asked that it be our challenge. He would not be the hero he is without adversaries. Didn’t bother him. Shouldn’t bother you.
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Understood. I like be and respect John Lewis.
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This is why we need people like John Lewis. He knew that educating and being a role model could create positive change Let’s get past the “Yes, but” stage and realize that humans are actually capable of self-growth. Stop focusing on what was and pay attention to maturation.
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Like stalking Molly Jong Fast’s mom?
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you may go now. thanks
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Yes indeed.
Robert Reich @RBReich
30 Jul 2020
As Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans praise the legacy of John Lewis, remember that they’ve been actively blocking voting rights legislation for 237 days.
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