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He was a HUGE part of the civil rights movement in the ’60s, he’s an incredible advocate for nonviolence, and he’s in Congress *now.* If you haven’t heard of John Lewis … get ready.

Lori White

Oct 2, 2014

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I really hope this documentary gets made and that *every* teacher shows it to their students.

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If You Don’t Know About John Lewis, Your History Teachers Have Truly Failed You

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