Extras + Features
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Henry Louis Gates Jr. Remembers John Lewis
1m 5s
Henry Louis Gates recalls the impact of John Lewis' life and work.
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Preview
30s
Follow the journey of civil rights hero, congressman and human rights champion John Lewis. At the Selma March, Lewis came face-to-face with club-wielding troopers and exemplified non-violence. Now 76, Lewis is considered the conscience of Congress.
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The Nashville Sit-Ins
3m 36s
With fellow students in 1961, Lewis began a nonviolent sit in campaign at Nashville lunch counters where African Americans had long been refused service.
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Extended Preview
2m 7s
In his fight for justice, John Lewis uses the tools of civil disobedience and direct action to “make the world a better place.”
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The Right to Vote
1m 59s
After years of struggle to secure the right to vote for all, Lewis reminds voters today that “the vote is the most powerful tool that we have in a democracy.”
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Going Back to Atlanta
1m 34s
A U.S. Congressman in Washington D.C. for 30 years, Lewis likes to head back to his home district, Atlanta, where he finds sustenance and strength.
Schedule
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John Lewis - Get in the Way
Saturday
Jan 6
1 Hour
The early political career of Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), one of the leaders of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and his role in the civil rights movement. -
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John Lewis - Get in the Way
Sunday
Jan 7
1 Hour
The early political career of Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), one of the leaders of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and his role in the civil rights movement. -
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John Lewis - Get in the Way
Monday
Jan 15
1 Hour
The early political career of Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), one of the leaders of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and his role in the civil rights movement. -
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John Lewis - Get in the Way
Monday
Jan 15
1 Hour
The early political career of Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), one of the leaders of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and his role in the civil rights movement.
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