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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

I was sitting next to Dr. King 48 years ago today when I watched President Johnson give one of the most moving speeches I have ever heard — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 15, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

The stories @ActingSecHarris heard from workers today is why the president’s proposal for a #MWraise is so important — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 13, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

RT @ActingSecHarris: Workers across the U.S. have been telling me how a #MWraise would help them. Today I'll meet w/ workers in #Atlanta ... — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 13, 2013 Retweet
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

This is no time for us to go back, no time to say we’ve done enough. The right to vote is precious, almost sacred. We must protect the #VRA — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 7, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Today, we are fighting in the courts to keep the protections that we earned with blood in 1965. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 7, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Shocked by the brutality of the attacks, President Johnson convened a joint session of Congress to call for a Voting Rights Act — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 7, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

We were beaten, tear-gassed, and trampled by horses at the hands of Alabama State Troopers because we wanted to register and vote. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 7, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

48 years ago today, Hosea Williams and I led hundreds of peaceful, nonviolent protesters over the Edmund Pettus Bridge. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 7, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

I am sick and tired of this Congress limping from crisis to crisis. It is time for the Congress to do its work #StopTheSequester — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 6, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Today I am presiding over a hearing on the #ACA – I am always pleased to discuss our landmark health care reform law http://t.co/5cmPsonYq3 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 5, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

RT @VP: PHOTO: VP and @repjohnlewis join in the annual crossing of the Edmund Pettus Bridge today in Selma, Alabama. http://t.co/BiWIzbcFGg — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 3, 2013 Retweet
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

It is good to be in Selma one more time #FPI2013 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 3, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

I was deeply moved and honored to receive the badge of the Montgomery Chief of Police. His apology was truly meaningful #FPI2013 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted March 2, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Last year, I urged my colleagues to pass #VAWA and TVPRA. Today’s passage strikes an encouraging note of cooperation http://t.co/V4smEnMLce — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 28, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

There is no place in our society for violence against women. We must do everything in our power to protect them http://t.co/G5EIQnpjzp — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 28, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Why I believe we still need the Voting Rights Act http://t.co/3Q6D3mwT0T — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Thank you to all of the wonderful people who wished me a happy birthday yesterday. Your kind words were very meaningful. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 22, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Charities and foundations in Ga’s 5th District support families, schools. This hearing is important for all of them http://t.co/z6OCAZAA — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 14, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Thank you @SenGillibrand for helping lead the fight to restore access, integrity, and accountability in our elections. We must pass the VEA. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 6, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Without Rosa Parks, there would be no Dr. King or President Obama. Let us hold high the torch of justice ignited by her courage. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 4, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Happy 100th Birthday, Rosa Parks! From the bottom of my heart to the precious memory of your soul, thank you for standing up by sitting down — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 4, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

We came to America on different ships but we’re all in the same boat now. #immigrationreform — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 29, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

RT @WhipHoyer: Orgs supporting the Voter Empowerment Act: @AADP, @asianamjustice, @BrennanCenter, @CommonCause, @Demos_Org, @fairvote h ... — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 23, 2013 Retweet
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

I am proud to reintroduce the Voter Empowerment Act. The right to vote is precious, almost sacred. http://t.co/NxElNCL1 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 23, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

On this 40th Anniversary of Roe v Wade, we reaffirm our commitment to a woman’s basic right to privacy and the right to choose her own path — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 22, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Our prospects are very bright. We must work together as one people, one family, one house, the American house. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 21, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

RT @Interior: In honor of #MLK day, the @NatlParkService is waiving entrance fees at all National Parks this weekend. RT to spread the word! — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 19, 2013 Retweet
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

RT @MLKDay: Ever wondered how #MLKday became a Day of Service? Check out this video w @repjohnlewis @BerniceKing & @WendyCNCS http:/ ... — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 17, 2013 Retweet
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

.@SenatorIsakson It was wonderful to have the opportunity to speak with your staff. I appreciate all of the kind words. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 16, 2013
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John Lewis @repjohnlewis

Today we remember the birth of Martin Luther King, Jr. He was my friend, my brother. Even in death, he is a source of inspiration for us all — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 15, 2013