Freedom fighter John Lewis - The Berkshire Edge

Grayson County to participate in John Lewis rally - Herald Democrat

Staff reports Next week, members of the Grayson County community will come together for a rally in honor of the late Congressman John Lewis. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Letter: Stand Up Berkshires leans on John Lewis' legacy

To the editor: Who was John Lewis?

Freedom fighter John Lewis - The Berkshire Edge

To the editor: Who was John Lewis? He was an American statesman who was born on February 21, 1940, and passed away on July 17, 2020. He participated in “Freedom Rides” where he personally witnessed and spoke out against racial segregation at interstate bus terminals. He was also an integral reason for the 1965 Voting Rights Act being passed. The purpose of this act was to remove legal barriers at the state and local levels that kept Black people…