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Chapter 17: ACTION
Chapter 17: ACTION takes the reader through a pivotal chapter in John Lewis's life, where he transitions into a new role after the defeat of his congressional bid. In April, an offer from President Jimmy Carter changes the course of his journey. Carter, known for his complex blend of Southern populism and technical expertise, appointed people from diverse backgrounds to serve in his administration. Sam Brown, a notable advocate for anti-war efforts, was tasked with leading ACTION, a new umbrella agency…-
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Chapter 16: The First Race
Chapter 16: The First Race highlights John Lewis’s initial foray into electoral politics and the challenges he faced as he campaigned for a congressional seat in 1976. Following Jimmy Carter’s election as President, Andrew Young’s appointment as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations opened up a seat in Congress that many, including Lewis, had their eyes on. Initially hesitant, Lewis worried that his entry into the race might risk African American representation in Congress, especially…-
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Chapter 16 details the life of Julius Rosenwald, a figure whose early experiences and later success would leave a lasting impact on American society. Born in 1862 to Samuel and Augusta Rosenwald, Julius came into the world at a pivotal moment in history. His father, Samuel, had emigrated from Europe with hopes of a better life, unaware that his family would eventually face the struggles of living near a future U.S. president and encountering the growing threat of the Ku Klux Klan. The Rosenwald family…-
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Chapter 15 introduces the life of William James Edwards, born at the close of the Civil War in Snow Hill, Alabama, just after his family was emancipated from enslavement. Originally named Ulysses Grant Edwards, he was renamed William by his grandmother after his mother passed away. During childhood, William faced a severe illness that led to the death of parts of his bones, leaving him with limited mobility. As a result, he often had to crawl rather than walk. After his grandmother’s death, William was…
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Chapter 15: The Voter Education Project takes readers through John Lewis's transformative journey in the aftermath of Richard Nixon's election in 1968, combining his personal evolution with his deepening commitment to political activism. In December of that year, Lewis married Lillian at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, marking a new chapter in his life. While his marriage to Lillian symbolized personal happiness, it also mirrored the ongoing fight for civil rights that shaped his worldview. His…
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Chapter 14: RFK
Chapter 14: RFK takes us through John Lewis’s involvement in the 1968 presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy, a journey that profoundly shaped both his personal and political life. The chapter begins with Lewis, along with his friends Connie Curry and Joan Browning, celebrating Kennedy’s decision to challenge President Lyndon Johnson for the Democratic nomination. This decision came after widespread frustration over Johnson’s handling of the Vietnam War, which had been exacerbated by Eugene…-
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Chapter 14 delves into the life of Anna Thomas Jeanes, born in 1822 in Philadelphia. A portrait of Anna, painted after her death, captures her modest nature, as she is dressed in a simple black gown and white shawl, avoiding any adornments typical of her time. Throughout her life, she shunned the spotlight, choosing not to be photographed or painted, which further emphasizes her humble character. As the youngest of ten children, Anna experienced significant loss early in life, with three siblings passing…
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Chapter 13: Lost in New York
Chapter 13: Lost in New York delves deeply into a significant turning point in John Lewis’s life, during a time when the civil rights movement faced profound internal divisions. The rise of Stokely Carmichael within the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) created a sharp divide, as his focus on Black Power and self-reliance sharply contrasted with the earlier, more inclusive principles of nonviolent resistance. His speeches and actions, which celebrated Black pride and autonomy, sparked…-
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Chapter 13: France _1916
Chapter 13 highlights the pivotal role that women played during World War I, especially in the realm of telecommunications. As the United States prepared to enter the war in 1916, the nation’s military was still underdeveloped, but its telecommunication industry, led by companies such as American Telephone & Telegraph (AT&T), was already thriving. In the early 20th century, making a phone call was a far more complex process than it is today. Instead of dialing a number, users had to rely on…-
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Chapter 12: Revolt at Kingston Springs provides an insightful account of a critical turning point in John Lewis’s life and his role within the civil rights movement during the mid-1960s. In May of 1965, Lewis penned a powerful essay for the New York Herald Tribune, calling for the civil rights movement to place greater emphasis on political power and action. Drawing inspiration from Bayard Rustin, who had long advocated for addressing systemic inequalities in jobs, education, and housing through…
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