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LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued a statement following the death of Congressman John Lewis, a giant of the civil rights movement and the “conscience of Congress”:

“‪America mourns a true hero today. John Lewis led a righteous life of courage, peace, and virtue.” 

“His lifelong commitment to the fight for civil rights challenged our country to open its eyes and strive to be better. His sacrifices paved the way for progress that generations before him could have never imagined. And his leadership inspired generations after him to sustain the movement for equality.”

 ‪”John is walking with the wind now, and so long as the winds of change are blowing, I hope we’ll all feel his presence. We owe it to him to not only honor all that he gave for us, but also to pick up the mantle and complete the mission he has led for decades. His loved ones are in my prayers during this truly difficult time.”

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