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Who's John Lewis and what is Good Trouble? What to know about today protests' inspiration
The protests were slated to take place on Thursday, July 17, the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights champion and Congressman John Lewis, who popularized the concept of "Good Trouble," referring to non-violent civil disobedience.
Protesters rally nationwide to honor John Lewis, oppose Trump policies
Protesters rallied on the fifth anniversary of John Lewis' death to honor his legacy and denounce the Trump administration's rollback of civil and human rights.
Lafayette activists honor John Lewis’ legacy with community protest
Community members in Lafayette gathered to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis and protest against attacks on civil and human rights, marking the 5th anniversary of his passing.
What is John Lewis' quote about 'good trouble'? Why his words are inspiring next anti-Trump protests in Tennessee
Lewis' influence and philosophy to engage in "good trouble, necessary trouble," is the backbone of the latest round of nationwide protests against President Donald Trump's administration, called Good Trouble Lives On.
‘Good Trouble’ Protests Against Trump Administration Being Held Across the U.S. in Honor of Late Congressman John Lewis
Demonstrators have taken to the streets across multiple states on Thursday to protest President Donald Trump’s Administration in a day of action honoring the late civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis, with more events planned across the country in the evening.
Nationwide ‘Good Trouble’ anti-Trump protests pay tribute to John Lewis
Thousands of people took to the streets in a national day of action to protest the Trump administration’s policies.
Fenton teach-in honors John Lewis, urges defense of voting rights and getting into ‘good trouble’
Community members and elected officials gathered at Fenton’s First Presbyterian Church Thursday for a teach-in celebrating the work, life, and legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis. Lewis, who represented Georgia’s 5th district for 34 years,
South Bay residents protest Trump administration in honor of civil rights leader John Lewis
The day of action is dubbed “Good Trouble Lives On,” in reference to Lewis’s call for people in America to participate in “good trouble” by speaking out and taking action against
Community leaders remember the legacy of John Lewis
It’s been five years since civil rights icon John Lewis passed away during the Covid-19 pandemic. Community leaders in Fairmont reflected on his legacy this week and what he meant to a generation. “His big push was voting rights back in the 1960s and we know about bloody Sunday and them crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge but John Lewis did for justice for all he was one of the freedom riders and as you know there were blacks and whites involved and made it all possible for the voting rights act to pass,
Rallies remember activist and U.S. Rep. John Lewis, to carry on legacy of 'good trouble'
Hundreds attended a Unity Park protest organized by local progressive groups as part of a national day of action to honor the late John Lewis
Hundreds rally in Iowa City for 'Good Trouble Lives On' protest in honor of John Lewis
Hundreds of Iowa City residents descended on City Park to honor John Lewis by making "Good Trouble" to protest President Donald Trump's policies.
Jobs still at risk after John Lewis depot closes
Several John Lewis workers at a delivery site are still facing uncertainty after it closed last Friday. The company confirmed ...
John Lewis and Waitrose staff set to receive bonus for the first time in four years
John Lewis is set to pay a bonus to thousands of staff for the first time in four years after a challenging period for the company.
John Lewis teams up with Uber Eats on rapid delivery pilot
John Lewis has teamed up with Uber Eats to launch a rapid delivery pilot for customers purchasing nursery, premium beauty and gifting products. The move will enable shoppers within an 8km radius of ...
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Wolfeboro peaceful protest recognizes former Rep. Lewis
More than 125 people turned out in Wolfeboro, on July 17 to honor former Georgia U.S. Rep. John Lewis for his lifelong ...
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California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi Honors Congressman John Lewis on House Floor: "Let Freedom Ring"
This week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House Floor to honor the life and legacy of the late Congressman John ...
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Sewell remembers Lewis on fifth anniversary of his passing
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell took time on Monday to remember the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis, marking the fifth anniversary of his passing this week.