John Lewis, Good Trouble and protest
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Over 100 protestors gathered at the Missouri State Capitol on Thursday. Their reason: to partake in the John Lewis National Day of Action. This day is dedicated to commemorating the legacy of longtime Georgia Congressman John Lewis,
The protests are taking place on the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights icon John Lewis. The former congressman coined the phrase "good trouble" to describe peaceful protests challenging civil rights infringements, and organizers say the upcoming demonstrations will carry on this legacy.
Follow along for real-time updates, photos and on-the-ground reporting from 'Good Trouble Lives On' demonstrations across Palm Beach County.
Residents included Oklahoma City in a nationwide anti-Trump protest effort, which honors the death of civil rights activist John Lewis.
Organizers will call for passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and other voting rights legislation.
On the fifth anniversary of Rep. John Lewis' death, tens of thousands are expected to take part in “Good Trouble Lives On” events on Thursday.
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Midland Daily News on MSNEvents in Bay City, Midland to stand up for civil rights, honor late John LewisCommunity members in the Great Lakes Bay Region will join nationwide events honoring the legacy of the late Congressman John Lewis on July 17 and 18.