There will never be another John Lewis.
In the world of social justice, it is rare for our most prominent leaders to live a long life think of Martin, Malcolm and Huey P. Newton. Seeing our leaders turn into elected officials is even more of a rarity. John Lewis was able to do both, and become a uniquely revered figure along the way.
To those of us doing the work of social justice, Lewis was a freedom fighter and a mentor. To those who work in politics regardless of party affiliation he was a highly respected official. To those of us who have dabbled in both, he was a symbol of ultimate balance.
Community remembers Nashville activist Kwame Lillard
When Kwanzaa starts on Saturday, those in Nashville celebrating will be without the man who introduced the holiday to the community in 1983.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) â When Kwanzaa starts on Saturday, those in Nashville celebrating will be without the man who introduced the holiday to the community in 1983.
Kwame Leo Lillard passed away Sunday.. after decades of advocating for the city s African American community.
Lillard s friends said he lived a life of purpose - from the civil rights movement to Metro Council to the black lives matter marches this summer.
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