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Statement on the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis

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July 18, 2020

***For Immediate Release***

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 18, 2020

Contact: Kate Stotesbery

202-225-4865

Statement on the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) released the following statement about the passing of civil rights leader John Lewis, his colleague and friend:

"One of the greatest privileges of serving in Congress has been the opportunity to know and work with John Lewis, at whose side I have shared the Ways and Means Committee dais. John was a man of conviction and courage, of humility and good humor.

I give thanks for his personal friendship and for all that he did to lead America to a better place—while reminding us regularly of how much better we can and should be."

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Congressmen Lewis and Doggett walk from the Capitol to Congressman Lewis' office in Cannon Office Building in 2012.

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