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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.
The 2020 Boner Awards From superspreader events to screw-ups by Bill Lee, Marsha Blackburn and beyond, hereâs our annual list of bloopers and blunders Tweet
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Other former mayors get parkways or Metro office buildings named for them. Bill Boner, mayor from 1987 to 1991, gets this issue â now in its 31st year â as an annual honor. Ultimately, Bonerâs one-term tenure as mayor included a peculiar appearance on
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