Barack Obama challenged the nation to honor the memory of John Lewis by picking up the fight for his signature issue, voting rights, during a eulogy for the civil rights giant.
on Thursday, former President Barack Obama condemned"attacks on democracy" and voting rights, without naming President Donald Trump or Republicans who have sought to restrict mail-in voting during the pandemic.
"I know this is a celebration of John’s life. There are some who say we shouldn’t dwell on such things, but that’s why I’m talking bout it," Obama said."John Lewis devoted his time on this earth fighting the very attacks on democracy, and what’s best in America, that we’re seeing circulate right now.
"If politicians want to honor John — and I’m so grateful for the legacy and work of all the congressional leaders who are here — but there's a better way than a statement calling him a hero. You want to honor John? Let’s honor him by revitalizing the law that he was willing to die for," Obama said.
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