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Transformative Justice Coalition and its Partners "FLORIDA: STAY WOKE! STAY STRONG! VOTE! - Juneteenth Rolling Protest"

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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VOTE!

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  • VOTE!
  • Florida has become ground zero for suppressing democratic principles, ideas, and academic freedom.
  • Lastly, this protest is also about women's rights, from the anti-abortion bans to the ban on the ability of young girls to discuss their periods in schools.
  • Founded in 2015 by Barbara Arnwine, president emeritus of the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights, the Transformative Justice Coalition seeks to be a catalyst for transformative institutional changes that bring about justice and equality in the United States and abroad.

Beam Appoints Technology Executive Kimberly Morgan as Chief Operations Officer

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beam – the end-to-end platform that streamlines equitable public benefits administration – today announced Kimberly Morgan as Chief Operations Officer to lead the company's people and processes and advance its mission of bringing dignity to the social safety net. Kimberly brings deep C-suite technology experience, with an emphasis on driving operational excellence by building and empowering great teams. Since 2020, Beam has administered over $200 million to 300,000 families throughout the United States.

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  • Kimberly brings deep C-suite technology experience, with an emphasis on driving operational excellence by building and empowering great teams.
  • Since 2020, Beam has administered over $200 million to 300,000 families throughout the United States.
  • After spending years in financial technology, nonprofit work, and politics, I saw an opportunity to enter the govtech industry and use technology solutions as an avenue to positively impact historically marginalized communities," said Kimberly Morgan, COO at Beam.
  • "Beam's expansion into government is an exciting opportunity for the company to do well by serving the most people," said Margot Kane, Chief Investment Officer at Spring Point Partners and Beam board member.

John R. Lewis Legacy Institute Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
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The event will be hosted by award-winning anchor Jennifer Bellamy of 11Alive and will honor individuals who embody the highest values of Congressman John R. Lewis and represent his legacy of leadership.

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  • The event will be hosted by award-winning anchor Jennifer Bellamy of 11Alive and will honor individuals who embody the highest values of Congressman John R. Lewis and represent his legacy of leadership.
  • Themed "The Legacy Continues," the event will bring together business and community leaders from Troy, Alabama, to Atlanta, Georgia, in celebration and memory of Congressman John R. Lewis.
  • More importantly, we remain committed to continuing his work," shares Henry Lewis, Congressman Lewis' youngest brother.
  • Jerrick Lewis, Executive Director of the John R. Lewis Legacy Institute, continues, "From his humble beginnings in Troy, Alabama, to the halls of Congress, to the streets of Atlanta as Georgia's 5th Congressional District Representative, Congressman Lewis touched so many lives.

Don't Miss the 2ND ANNUAL REIMAGINE THE LEGACY: A COMMUNITY-WIDE TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS

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Friday, July 29, 2022
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ATLANTA, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In its 2nd year, Reimagine the Legacy: Honoring the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis will take place on Saturday, July 30th. The Atlanta community will gather at 10:00 a.m., at the John Lewis HERO mural in Sweet Auburn for a rededication ceremony to celebrate the life of Congressman Lewis and reflect on how we can positively impact future generations.

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  • Reimagine the Legacy will be held on Saturday, July 30th at 10:00 a.m.
    ATLANTA, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --In its 2nd year, Reimagine the Legacy: Honoring the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis will take place on Saturday, July 30th.
  • The Atlanta community will gather at 10:00 a.m., at the John Lewis HERO mural in Sweet Auburn for a rededication ceremony to celebrate the life of Congressman Lewis and reflect on how we can positively impact future generations.
  • A proud native of Atlanta, Mayor Dickens is focused on bringing opportunity and equity to the city that he loves.
  • Andrew is the co-author of the graphic memoir series MARCH and RUN, which chronicle the life of Congressman Lewis.

The John Robert Lewis Legacy Institute Launches

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --To keep his legacy alive, and celebrate his lifelong commitment to service, the family of US Congressman John Lewis has announced the founding of the John Robert Lewis Legacy Institute (JRLLI).

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --To keep his legacy alive, and celebrate his lifelong commitment to service, the family of US Congressman John Lewis has announced the founding of the John Robert Lewis Legacy Institute (JRLLI).
  • Congressman John Lewis' commitment to nonviolent change, equality, and voting rights will remain at the forefront of the institute's endeavors.
  • His life embodied civility and servant leadership attributes we all seek to emulate," said Grant Lewis, Congressman Lewis' youngest sibling.
  • The John Robert Lewis Legacy Institute aims to strengthen communities through initiatives centered around Social Justice, Education Equity, and Health Awareness.

Central Atlanta Progress Unites Downtown Atlanta For Reimagine The Legacy: A Community-Wide Tribute To The Life And Legacy Of Congressman John Lewis

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Monday, July 19, 2021
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ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) announced Reimagine the Legacy, a tribute to the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis.

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  • ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) announced Reimagine the Legacy, a tribute to the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis.
  • Reimagine the Legacy will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a special tribute and mural rededication at the John Lewis Memorial mural, located at 219 Auburn Avenue (at the corner ofAuburnAvenue andJesse HillJr.Drive.
  • At 11:00 am, church bells will ring throughout Downtown for 80 seconds initiating a community-wide moment of reflection, marking the day and time Congressman Lewis was laid to rest.
  • The public is strongly encouraged to participate in this inaugural event, which will return annually on the same day in Downtown Atlanta to Reimagine the Legacy of Congressman Lewis.

Businesses Call on Congress to Amend Voting Rights Act to Honor the Late John Lewis this Session

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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WASHINGTON, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --More than 160 companies from across the country sent a letter to Congress today urging the introduction and passage of Voting Rights Act legislation to honor civil rights leader Rep. John Lewis and end discrimination in voting.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --More than 160 companies from across the country sent a letter to Congress today urging the introduction and passage of Voting Rights Act legislation to honor civil rights leader Rep. John Lewis and end discrimination in voting.
  • The legislation the companies are supporting would update the 1965 Voting Rights Act to strengthen and protect the right to vote for all eligible Americans.
  • Businesses of all sizes, sectors and regions have come together with the shared commitment to protect voting rights for all Americans and ensure all eligible Americans can freely cast their ballots so that every voice is heard.
  • The late Rep. Lewis was a fierce advocate for voting rights the horrific beating of John Lewis on Bloody Sunday as he led a march in Selma for voting rights prompted Congress to enact the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Books-A-Million Announces Latest President’s Pick: Jon Meacham’s “His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope”

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Friday, August 21, 2020
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Books-A-Million is honored to unveil its latest Presidents Pick Jon Meachams moving look at late civil rights icon, His Truth Is Marching on: John Lewis and the Power of Hope.

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  • Books-A-Million is honored to unveil its latest Presidents Pick Jon Meachams moving look at late civil rights icon, His Truth Is Marching on: John Lewis and the Power of Hope.
  • The Presidents Pick collection is a compilation of new books that have been personally selected throughout the years by Books-A-Million CEO Terrance G. Finley.
  • John Lewis, who at age twenty-five marched in Selma, Alabama, and was beaten on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, was a visionary and a man of faith.
  • To preorder a copy of His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope, visit booksamillion.com/presidentpick .

Apple donates its proceeds from John Lewis documentary to museums that honor his legacy

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Friday, July 24, 2020
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The life and legacy of John Lewis, a National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Award recipient, is celebrated throughout the museum, said Terri Lee Freeman, the National Civil Rights Museums president.

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  • The life and legacy of John Lewis, a National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Award recipient, is celebrated throughout the museum, said Terri Lee Freeman, the National Civil Rights Museums president.
  • We are grateful to Apple for this incredible gift honoring him.
  • Representative John Lewis was a central leader in helping create the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
  • John Lewis: Good Trouble is a moving tribute to the real-life hero at the forefront of many hard-won battles for lasting change.

Holocaust Survivor Leaders Statement On Passing Of Congressman John Lewis

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Monday, July 20, 2020
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MIAMI, July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As leaders of the Holocaust Survivors Foundation USA, we extend our condolences to the family of Congressman John Lewis, and to the American family, on the passing of this American hero.

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  • MIAMI, July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As leaders of the Holocaust Survivors Foundation USA, we extend our condolences to the family of Congressman John Lewis, and to the American family, on the passing of this American hero.
  • Congressman Lewis helped pave the way for everyone who cared about justice and the fight for equality.
  • May his example inspire all of our citizens to strive for justice and equality, and to do so with urgency.
  • We are awed by Congressman Lewis's lifetime of courage in opposing racism and demanding equal rights for African Americans.