Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Dies at 80 | The View

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@stylishjoy
@stylishjoy 4 жыл бұрын
Why is protecting voting rights a “political issue”? Megan is always doing that & it’s infuriating. That act is for EVERYBODY - not just liberals & Democrats.
@danielmcsilverpots7875
@danielmcsilverpots7875 4 жыл бұрын
It's the politicization of everything, and it can be attributed to Donald Trump's divisive rhetoric.
@CGPOPPOOP
@CGPOPPOOP 4 жыл бұрын
Because republicans know without their tactics, the gerrymandering and voter suppression, liberals win most elections. The country is overwhelmingly liberal, but because of shady republican tactics they are able to retain power. This is why you NEVER see republican politicians making protecting voting rights a big issue in their campaigns. They know that would not benefit them.
@rumplestiltskin9170
@rumplestiltskin9170 4 жыл бұрын
@@danielmcsilverpots7875 Under Obuckwheat, we had the racialization of everything. Obuckwheat could do no wrong, because to criticize him on any issue branded one as racist.
@misurluciferdiablo2560
@misurluciferdiablo2560 4 жыл бұрын
@@rumplestiltskin9170 John Lewis, the civil rights leader and congressman who died on July 17, wrote this essay shortly before his death: Opinion | John Lewis: Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation While my time here has now come to an end, I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me. You filled me with hope about the next chapter of the great American story when you used your power to make a difference in our society. Millions of people motivated simply by human compassion laid down the burdens of division. Around the country and the world you set aside race, class, age, language and nationality to demand respect for human dignity. That is why I had to visit Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, though I was admitted to the hospital the following day. I just had to see and feel it for myself that, after many years of silent witness, the truth is still marching on. Emmett Till was my George Floyd. He was my Rayshard Brooks, Sandra Bland and Breonna Taylor. He was 14 when he was killed, and I was only 15 years old at the time. I will never ever forget the moment when it became so clear that he could easily have been me. In those days, fear constrained us like an imaginary prison, and troubling thoughts of potential brutality committed for no understandable reason were the bars. Though I was surrounded by two loving parents, plenty of brothers, sisters and cousins, their love could not protect me from the unholy oppression waiting just outside that family circle. Unchecked, unrestrained violence and government-sanctioned terror had the power to turn a simple stroll to the store for some Skittles or an innocent morning jog down a lonesome country road into a nightmare. If we are to survive as one unified nation, we must discover what so readily takes root in our hearts that could rob Mother Emanuel Church in South Carolina of her brightest and best, shoot unwitting concertgoers in Las Vegas and choke to death the hopes and dreams of a gifted violinist like Elijah McClain. Like so many young people today, I was searching for a way out, or some might say a way in, and then I heard the voice of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on an old radio. He was talking about the philosophy and discipline of nonviolence. He said we are all complicit when we tolerate injustice. He said it is not enough to say it will get better by and by. He said each of us has a moral obligation to stand up, speak up and speak out. When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something. Democracy is not a state. It is an act, and each generation must do its part to help build what we called the Beloved Community, a nation and world society at peace with itself. Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble. Voting and participating in the democratic process are key. The vote is the most powerful nonviolent change agent you have in a democratic society. You must use it because it is not guaranteed. You can lose it. You must also study and learn the lessons of history because humanity has been involved in this soul-wrenching, existential struggle for a very long time. People on every continent have stood in your shoes, through decades and centuries before you. The truth does not change, and that is why the answers worked out long ago can help you find solutions to the challenges of our time. Continue to build union between movements stretching across the globe because we must put away our willingness to profit from the exploitation of others. Though I may not be here with you, I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe. In my life I have done all I can to demonstrate that the way of peace, the way of love and nonviolence is the more excellent way. Now it is your turn to let freedom ring. When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war. So I say to you, walk with the wind, brothers and sisters, and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. John Lewis, the civil rights leader and congressman who died on July 17, wrote this essay shortly before his death.
@nylotus
@nylotus 4 жыл бұрын
A special shoutout to all the Freedom Riders. My grandfather was one and they went through the unimaginable.
@MM-bn9dm
@MM-bn9dm 4 жыл бұрын
I am grateful for your grandfather’s service.
@emeraldeimear2721
@emeraldeimear2721 4 жыл бұрын
Your Grandfather is very brave.
@beverleyreid7572
@beverleyreid7572 4 жыл бұрын
ars660. I can’t even imagine!
@Lion-fj3wp
@Lion-fj3wp 4 жыл бұрын
God called him home to rest, a great human being that bears the scars on his back of the beatings he suffered for freedom.John Lewis you're walking around heaven with the lord, a good and faithful servant R.I.P 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽😢😥🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌍
@batgurrl
@batgurrl 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan bringing up her father yet again was actually quite appropriate and touching for a change.
@Desi_Des
@Desi_Des 4 жыл бұрын
batgurrl Meghan has the “right” to speak about her father as he was a great man.
@bethgriesauer3825
@bethgriesauer3825 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan may not be everyone's favorite, but she has a wealth of knowledge and experience gained fro learning at her father's side. And yes Orly 77, John McCain was a great man...one of the few Republicans left who was actually a good person.
@clarifyingquestions
@clarifyingquestions 4 жыл бұрын
It is hared to be a McCain, Kennedy, Bush, Obama - and not bring your family, your experience, that political family member up on a show. Like most people, I adore Michelle Obama and she never ever gives a speech or an interview without somehow her husband coming up in an example or story. And Meghan is on daily - Michelle is not. And besides it is obvious that her dad was her hero. He probably comes up everywhere as he is everywhere in her. Think about people. Check your hypocricy on this specific point.
@ryanb9304
@ryanb9304 4 жыл бұрын
Anyways 🙄
@Tigerkem
@Tigerkem 4 жыл бұрын
My only issue is that John McCain did vote against making an MLK holiday.
@rev.kermitfitzhume4711
@rev.kermitfitzhume4711 4 жыл бұрын
I never knew Mr Vivian but I knew John Lewis well,Mr.Lewis took me in after I was released from prison back in 1977 Mr.Lewis showed me that the white and black community could live in peace together and me being white in the south and convicted of a racial crime he saw the true person in me,me being white and John African American we knew that we could never truly be together but we always would remain great friends,I moved to Texas in 1983 and met my now husband Thurell who is African American we would always supported John and his cause and when Thurell and I had our commitment ceremony in 1986 John and Milton were there, John read a poem that he wrote for our wedding just intitled"Kermit and thurell.i will never forget the man that saved my life and inspired me to become a minister.god bless my sweet prince your friend Kermit.
@willywallie48
@willywallie48 4 жыл бұрын
R.I.P to a true hero and yes he deserves more recognition and a bridge to his name.
@danielmcsilverpots7875
@danielmcsilverpots7875 4 жыл бұрын
That man nearly sacrificed his life so that America can be a better place for everyone, and even though we still have a long way to go, we will never forget him or the suffering he endured, his fiery speeches, his sense of humor, and most of all his kindness. He's in the hands of God now, prayers up John and his family.
@Leonaza7
@Leonaza7 4 жыл бұрын
Correction: Our country has lost three powerful voices in the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. Joseph Lowery, Rev. C. T. Vivian and Congressman John Lewis. Three warriors that help change the world. We’ve lost three pillars of morality, of humanity, and decency. I’m bereft. Terrible loss at such a critical time in our country. Prayers for their loved ones. Rest well Champions! 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@zoobrizz
@zoobrizz 4 жыл бұрын
This guy was as bad as Sharpton. Race baiter
@bethgriesauer3825
@bethgriesauer3825 4 жыл бұрын
@@zoobrizz - You people say "race baiter" about any black person who talks about racial discrimination and promotes equality. That would make you a "race ist". So why don't you just sit this comment session out and allow people who loved these brave Civil Rights leaders to mourn in peace. Or go on over to Fox News or Tucker Carlson sites to bigot with your bigot buddies.
@blakecoston1831
@blakecoston1831 4 жыл бұрын
Always love your comments
@courageiscontagious9608
@courageiscontagious9608 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis was part of the problem not the solution. He along with the Democrats took out black fathers from the home and let the government raise their children.
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
Best news I heard when John Lewis passed away time to throw a party
@Avant402
@Avant402 4 жыл бұрын
Thank You Joy, That’s what the Civil Rights Movement is all about. Black Americans have fought for a long time just to be heard; just to be acknowledged, just to be accepted. I know the world is in chaos right now with this pandemic, racial woes, and a less than perfect president in office. But at the end of the day we still have to find a way for everyone to be accepted as ONE. That’s what John Lewis spend his 80 years of life on. RIP Mr. Lewis.
@georgie2315
@georgie2315 4 жыл бұрын
WHY IS PRESIDENT TRUMP TRYING SO HARD TO ERASE EVERYTHING ALL OF WHAT EVERY SINGLE GREAT PERSON HAS ACCOMPLISHED? TRUMP IS WIPING OUT THE PAST AS WE CAN ALL SEE FOR OURSELVES TO DATE.
@gymlandia4467
@gymlandia4467 4 жыл бұрын
Beau Hinton the founding fathers owned slaves. Sold, Raped, and beat black ppl. They literally wrote that black people weren’t human in journals 💀.
@gymlandia4467
@gymlandia4467 4 жыл бұрын
Beau Hinton the Democrats are destroying people who fought to keep people enslaved. Black People will never forget Lmfaoo so no ones erasing history. “If all lives matter honor people who lived by the philosophy that every human was equal”.
@gymlandia4467
@gymlandia4467 4 жыл бұрын
Beau Hinton those were 2 bad cases and most Americans literally called them out. I never said any of those I said the founding fathers and especially all the confederate monuments. Also all the KKK members who have statues and roads named after them.
@gymlandia4467
@gymlandia4467 4 жыл бұрын
Beau Hinton you literally sound ignorant. The leaders of BLM condemned it 💀. 70% of Americans support BLM which means that 70% of Americans isn’t some organization. It’s ran by black women who’ve lost they’re sons to police violence. They’re are dozens of cases of White Supremacists Trump supporters killing and running over minorities. Does that mean the Entire Republican Party is racist 💀.
@jannanijland5336
@jannanijland5336 4 жыл бұрын
You're so right Joy and Sunny! Pass the voting right's act!
@passiveagressive4983
@passiveagressive4983 4 жыл бұрын
Can someone tell Marco Rubio that when he remembers John Lewis that he uses the right photo (he’s not Elijah Cummings).
@passiveagressive4983
@passiveagressive4983 4 жыл бұрын
Chris Ev 🤦‍♀️😅🇺🇸🇺🇸🥴
@shaunicymuhammad
@shaunicymuhammad 4 жыл бұрын
Rep. John Lewis was one of those people I always wanted to meet. Heavy heart right now over his passing but I know he's at peace. I'm from Alabama and maybe now they'll change the name of that bridge in Selma. They've should've named it after John Lewis years ago. But maybe now.
@chantayb86
@chantayb86 4 жыл бұрын
The best way to honor the Great Late Rep. John Lewis is to rename and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020.
@camy3018
@camy3018 4 жыл бұрын
Yaaasss! 👏👏
@clarifyingquestions
@clarifyingquestions 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed - along with an airport, university, street, school, hospital, park etc etc etc
@batgurrl
@batgurrl 4 жыл бұрын
I hope Mitch McConnell is shamed into letting it go thru. He is the one who holds up dozens of bills from getting voted on.
@chammiequeen7838
@chammiequeen7838 4 жыл бұрын
Plus, John Lewis was from Alabama making it even more appropriate to rename the bridge.
@Crimsonpappy
@Crimsonpappy 4 жыл бұрын
He will never walk across that bridge again
@joanlesoravage370
@joanlesoravage370 4 жыл бұрын
What a BEAUTIFUL SOUL,!
@commandoxy
@commandoxy 4 жыл бұрын
Lewis was one of the best things to ever be produced by America.
@conealblack1164
@conealblack1164 4 жыл бұрын
When Americans talk about icons today it should be noted that when many of these people were going through what they went through to become icons, they were thought of as rioters, thugs, troublemakers, anti American, communist and rebel rousers. History often changes the way we see things.
@alievansphotography4780
@alievansphotography4780 4 жыл бұрын
And let's not forget "race baiters". C O'neal Black, I agree with your comment 100%.
@vic5015
@vic5015 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe someone here actually *from* Atlanta can address this better than me, but I was in Atlanta this February. While I do not claim to have seen *every* part of the city, I noticed that there is no statue of John Lewis *anywhere* to be seen. Why isn't there one? If the city council has simply been waiting, now would be a *perfect* time to commission one. Get it done now! Honor the man! I noticed that a major street in Atlanta is called "John Lewis Freedom Parkway", so that's a good start. Maybe rename the state Capitol building for him? Definitely he deserves a statue!
@abyrd3072
@abyrd3072 4 жыл бұрын
There’s an enormous mural of him downtown, no statue as far I am aware however. Should definitely be something that happens in the future to honor him.
@bl00dhoney
@bl00dhoney 4 жыл бұрын
They don't usually erect statues to people who are living. And statues aren't the only way to honour someone's memory and work.
@vic5015
@vic5015 4 жыл бұрын
@@bl00dhoney well Mr. Lewis is sadly deceased now, so let's see them comission that statue.
@bl00dhoney
@bl00dhoney 4 жыл бұрын
@@vic5015 I'd rather the honour him by eliminating voter suppression in Georgia and continuing with his work to liberate people. Statues mean nothing.
@beverleyreid7572
@beverleyreid7572 4 жыл бұрын
The man devoted his entire life for justice, freedom, fairness and still look where the country is. smh
@anthonycastagnoli9819
@anthonycastagnoli9819 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story, Megan. Love when we all come together.
@trudydonaldson633
@trudydonaldson633 4 жыл бұрын
Listen People, let show Mr. Lewis how much we appreciate his efforts for voting right, we must get out in November and vote the right person in Please!!!! Rest in Peace Mr. Lewis, your job was well done, now. We Got This For You
@billmartin694
@billmartin694 4 жыл бұрын
Vote for trump
@GreenYoshi3881
@GreenYoshi3881 4 жыл бұрын
👏 Yes well said! The new freedom riders will take over and finish what he started. No violence...no hatred....just wisdom and good trouble. 🙏
@Davida-fj4dq
@Davida-fj4dq 4 жыл бұрын
Yes .... Bridge new name🙏! He reminds me of one of my favorite uncle's down south, hopeful and faithful... Rest in Peace Sir 😇
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
His head looks like a milk dud
@mamageesgospel451
@mamageesgospel451 4 жыл бұрын
What a great, great, man who we had the privilege of enjoying and even acknowledging that he literally dwelled among us, And John will be dearly missed but he'll definitely live forever in history ! 🙏🏾
@taylor6672
@taylor6672 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan falls just shy of where she needs to fall every single time.
@leannejordan4326
@leannejordan4326 4 жыл бұрын
I haved lived less than 30 miles from that bridge my entire life, and this is the most genius and heartwarming tribute I can think of. John Lewis was an amazing human. Period.
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
They should either name the bridge aunt jemima where she made a big sacrifice in retiring off the pankake box..or the Alabama state trooper bridge in honor of the men in blue who are first responders..
@sornjessen540
@sornjessen540 4 жыл бұрын
♥️ The best way to honor John Lewis is to restore section five of the Voting Rights Act. ♥️ ♥️.
@Desi_Des
@Desi_Des 4 жыл бұрын
He was one of the most incredible men in history. R.I.P.
@zoobrizz
@zoobrizz 4 жыл бұрын
Right up there with the POS Sharpton 🖕🏿🖕🏿🖕🏿
@agf1700
@agf1700 4 жыл бұрын
@Dave Waldon Wow aren't you just a wonderful thoughtful person! Your Parents must be really proud.
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
Actually John Lewis is a pos
@jessmrrrt
@jessmrrrt 4 жыл бұрын
Wow his words are so powerful ❤️ I can’t believe we still talk about racism in a nation that is built on immigrants
@Melisblessed
@Melisblessed 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you both for your work and service for what’s right in America. Hopefully, this new generation can carry the torch.
@1Kaileegirl
@1Kaileegirl 4 жыл бұрын
I've been watching John Lewis for many years from Australia Not only is he a huge loss for the US he's a huge loss for the world He was a man of substance, respect, kindness, strength, fairness, love etc etc I could go on n on One of the good guys RIP The honourable John Lewis I was impressed with Meghan today and that is extremely rare, that's the 2nd time I have agreed with her commentary
@dianewillson3261
@dianewillson3261 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis, such a great man. MY GREATEST RESPECT
@sunyamarpie9534
@sunyamarpie9534 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your sweet story of your father & John Lewis. Story telling is a great way to communicate when there is a lesson & universal connection. You just did this.
@shabbyLaw
@shabbyLaw 4 жыл бұрын
Me- Agains statement was very beautiful and touching.
@shabbyLaw
@shabbyLaw 4 жыл бұрын
@ goodness. Tell us how you really feel?
@Sheilawyer
@Sheilawyer 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea Whoopi- about renaming the bridge in Selma after John Lewis!🙏🏾
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
I hope not
@ellagray5924
@ellagray5924 4 жыл бұрын
An awesome man, he devoted his life to equal quality.
@sloetree
@sloetree 4 жыл бұрын
America must wake up!
@cuomogrp
@cuomogrp 4 жыл бұрын
Wake up and do what exactly?
@michaelstarina9675
@michaelstarina9675 4 жыл бұрын
Since she brought it up! Meghan could have said all that without mentioning her family
@lovenaturenaturallybu3703
@lovenaturenaturallybu3703 4 жыл бұрын
Rest in Power mr. Lewis you were one of the greatest people to live and fight for injustice and voting rights
@birdy1numnum
@birdy1numnum 4 жыл бұрын
*I'm with you Joy, when hearing of Mr. Lewis' passing, I immediately choked and teared up. An outstanding, great man working tirelessly for all. Rest in peace good sir.*
@COBYKOEHL2
@COBYKOEHL2 4 жыл бұрын
We shall not see GREATNESS LIKE THIS MAN AGAIN
@annjako7546
@annjako7546 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan, thank you for sharing that story, and Whoopi, I totally agree 💯 about the bridge, that would be such an amazing honor to Mr. Lewis 💞
@sandycarter5300
@sandycarter5300 4 жыл бұрын
I love you forever John Lewis..all the godliness that you embraced...all the moral courage ..the Christliness. You were a shining light, a beacon in American consciousness.
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
When I turnened on the news to hear about the boring covid 19 virus update ,I got a pleasant surprise when they reported John Lewis passed away..it was the best news over the weekend
@rachelwood9438
@rachelwood9438 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis was and will always be a badass.. I cried when I heard of his death 💔 may he rest in power with our Lord, he made us all proud
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
It is the best news I heard when John Lewis passed away it's time to throw a covid 19 virus party
@rachelwood9438
@rachelwood9438 4 жыл бұрын
@@illegal_migrants_freestuff wtf you are a waste of a person. What a horrible thing to say
@mahogany_chanel
@mahogany_chanel 4 жыл бұрын
I never realized how much the death of John Lewis would hurt me. ❤️ He was such a beautiful soul. An honor to be able to witness his greatness in this lifetime!
@DerekJanuszka
@DerekJanuszka 4 жыл бұрын
His passing was devastating
@jerusalemabraham5156
@jerusalemabraham5156 4 жыл бұрын
REST IN PEACE HERO TROUBLEMAKER HONOR JOHN LEWIS ⚰️🇺🇸🙏🏾✌🏾❤️
@midlifeandnailingit6342
@midlifeandnailingit6342 4 жыл бұрын
Are you insane?
@williamthompson3065
@williamthompson3065 4 жыл бұрын
Troublemaker 🤬🤬?????
@Effortless23Beauty
@Effortless23Beauty 4 жыл бұрын
@william thompson The honorable John Lewis and the heroes of the civil rights movement were viewed as “troublemakers” during that time. I think that is what he meant.
@Effortless23Beauty
@Effortless23Beauty 4 жыл бұрын
#RIPJOHN LEWIS
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
Best news I heard when he died
@kathleenbebeau3385
@kathleenbebeau3385 4 жыл бұрын
We need to do the right thing, despite political difference. Pass the bill.
@thephantom5368
@thephantom5368 4 жыл бұрын
The two walked arm and arm into history.
@misurluciferdiablo2560
@misurluciferdiablo2560 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis, the civil rights leader and congressman who died on July 17, wrote this essay shortly before his death: Opinion | John Lewis: Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation While my time here has now come to an end, I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me. You filled me with hope about the next chapter of the great American story when you used your power to make a difference in our society. Millions of people motivated simply by human compassion laid down the burdens of division. Around the country and the world you set aside race, class, age, language and nationality to demand respect for human dignity. That is why I had to visit Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, though I was admitted to the hospital the following day. I just had to see and feel it for myself that, after many years of silent witness, the truth is still marching on. Emmett Till was my George Floyd. He was my Rayshard Brooks, Sandra Bland and Breonna Taylor. He was 14 when he was killed, and I was only 15 years old at the time. I will never ever forget the moment when it became so clear that he could easily have been me. In those days, fear constrained us like an imaginary prison, and troubling thoughts of potential brutality committed for no understandable reason were the bars. Though I was surrounded by two loving parents, plenty of brothers, sisters and cousins, their love could not protect me from the unholy oppression waiting just outside that family circle. Unchecked, unrestrained violence and government-sanctioned terror had the power to turn a simple stroll to the store for some Skittles or an innocent morning jog down a lonesome country road into a nightmare. If we are to survive as one unified nation, we must discover what so readily takes root in our hearts that could rob Mother Emanuel Church in South Carolina of her brightest and best, shoot unwitting concertgoers in Las Vegas and choke to death the hopes and dreams of a gifted violinist like Elijah McClain. Like so many young people today, I was searching for a way out, or some might say a way in, and then I heard the voice of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on an old radio. He was talking about the philosophy and discipline of nonviolence. He said we are all complicit when we tolerate injustice. He said it is not enough to say it will get better by and by. He said each of us has a moral obligation to stand up, speak up and speak out. When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something. Democracy is not a state. It is an act, and each generation must do its part to help build what we called the Beloved Community, a nation and world society at peace with itself. Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble. Voting and participating in the democratic process are key. The vote is the most powerful nonviolent change agent you have in a democratic society. You must use it because it is not guaranteed. You can lose it. You must also study and learn the lessons of history because humanity has been involved in this soul-wrenching, existential struggle for a very long time. People on every continent have stood in your shoes, through decades and centuries before you. The truth does not change, and that is why the answers worked out long ago can help you find solutions to the challenges of our time. Continue to build union between movements stretching across the globe because we must put away our willingness to profit from the exploitation of others. Though I may not be here with you, I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe. In my life I have done all I can to demonstrate that the way of peace, the way of love and nonviolence is the more excellent way. Now it is your turn to let freedom ring. When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war. So I say to you, walk with the wind, brothers and sisters, and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. John Lewis, the civil rights leader and congressman who died on July 17, wrote this essay shortly before his death.
@peachesandpoets
@peachesandpoets 4 жыл бұрын
Didn't Meghan's dad vote against MLK day???
@GrandmaSkillz
@GrandmaSkillz 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis didn't die. He just finished the race before us and is just waiting for us to finish it and join him in heaven. RIP Rep. John Lewis
@flobbybobby9758
@flobbybobby9758 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan always makes things uncomfortable.
@raquelf.1962
@raquelf.1962 4 жыл бұрын
May he RIP! What a great man.
@xxmoniquexx1966
@xxmoniquexx1966 4 жыл бұрын
I agree with Whoopi's assertion to change the Edmond Pettus bridge to the John Lewis bridge. A bridge where Mr. Lewis sacrificed himself for the greater good. I also agree with Joy n Meghan (surprisingly) to their point that the people running for Office today on either side including but not limited to the oval office are not made of the same caliber of a John Lewis..
@tonyrossbackinthedaymusicv3107
@tonyrossbackinthedaymusicv3107 4 жыл бұрын
I agree with Whoopi.
@Masculinewrestlernj
@Masculinewrestlernj 4 жыл бұрын
I love you guys
@clarifyingquestions
@clarifyingquestions 4 жыл бұрын
Beautifully said, Meghan!
@ralphealcoty1185
@ralphealcoty1185 4 жыл бұрын
Congressman John Lewis is an icon! He will definitely be missed.Anything good that the House has passed is always on McConnell's desk. I'm not a fan of McGrath but hopefully she unseats the Grimreaper. McConnell has got to go!
@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598
@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598 4 жыл бұрын
Bravo Whoppie!
@liz-cf2rv
@liz-cf2rv 4 жыл бұрын
R.I.P john Lewis
@newsmedia-one9756
@newsmedia-one9756 4 жыл бұрын
Whoopi 🙌🏾 👏🏾
@eyesurvivedmyself
@eyesurvivedmyself 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Meghan! Bless you! GOD bless your #ICONICDad! GOD bless #ICONJohnLewis
@TheLovelypecan
@TheLovelypecan 4 жыл бұрын
Good suggestion by Whoopi
@dlmalley8639
@dlmalley8639 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah! How about passing that VOTING bill GRIM REAPER MITCH !👹
@LivingWithCognitiveDissonance
@LivingWithCognitiveDissonance 4 жыл бұрын
McConnell would be more likely to Nuremberg Laws to the Senate floor.
@jimaalex2656
@jimaalex2656 4 жыл бұрын
Lol Meghan trying hard to say somthing Nice about a Democrat without taking 99% of her time talking about her and her daddy!
@a.ashley5292
@a.ashley5292 4 жыл бұрын
Me-again trying to give her father 6 egotistical funerals instead of 5.
@deloreswalk4833
@deloreswalk4833 4 жыл бұрын
Yes change the name on the bridge to Honor Sen John Lewis that be great I agree
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
No...the bridge should be in honor of aunt jemima bridge
@georgeboyd7408
@georgeboyd7408 4 жыл бұрын
He was a Congressman and been arrested when people have been arrested and now can't even get a job! Where's the outrage?
@PetyBetty
@PetyBetty 4 жыл бұрын
The moment me again Meghan said but she canceled everything she said before the but
@isabellebrice7858
@isabellebrice7858 4 жыл бұрын
🙄🙄🙄 it’s not about u Megan or ya father. Not about the republican or Democrat party it’s about the passing of the legend John Lewis. God somebody please bring raven back! Idk what Megan brings to the table besides negativity and her life stories that no one cares about.
@FCLaney
@FCLaney 4 жыл бұрын
I’m afraid Meghan missed all of her fathers teachings but she wasn’t bad here, I agreed with her here A RARITY!
@Hello_Pri
@Hello_Pri 4 жыл бұрын
A wonderful person. The best of humanity.
@neilcoogan3025
@neilcoogan3025 3 жыл бұрын
Meghan's eyebrow makeup is making her look remarkably severe ....
@whitewatersea
@whitewatersea 4 жыл бұрын
John lewis bridge
@illegal_migrants_freestuff
@illegal_migrants_freestuff 4 жыл бұрын
How bout aunt jemima bridge..she made the biggest sacrifice by retiring from pankake box
@mstwelvedeadlycyns
@mstwelvedeadlycyns 4 жыл бұрын
LOSING ALL MY HEROES OF CIVIL RIGHTS!! WE HAVE SO MUCH WORK TO DO!!! LET US NOT LET THIS GREAT MAN DIE IN VAIN!!!! VOTE!!! FIGHT AGAINST RACIALLY INEQUALITY. SPEAK UP!!! EDUCATE ELEVATE NOT INSTIGATE!!!
@Idol76
@Idol76 4 жыл бұрын
R.I.P again Elijah Cummings.
@alycat3010
@alycat3010 4 жыл бұрын
The name of the Bridge should be changed!! The policy needs to be paased NOW! He deserves sooo much more! His dream was to END RACISM AND CLASSICISM! WHY CAN'T WE ALL BE CALLED JUST AMERICANS! STOP THE DIVISION AND PEOPLE WON'T SEEM THEMSELVES BETTER OR LESS THAN!
@douglaspask1650
@douglaspask1650 4 жыл бұрын
Good
@terristenacious2279
@terristenacious2279 4 жыл бұрын
I'm voting in nov what else can we do
@sureshpilli8017
@sureshpilli8017 4 жыл бұрын
Rip sar
@mackenziefletcher3506
@mackenziefletcher3506 4 жыл бұрын
Yayyyy
@diedrike863
@diedrike863 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis was 78 when he issued that statement.
@candyshell7720
@candyshell7720 4 жыл бұрын
No it is not a lose for every one
@jonathand.b.9562
@jonathand.b.9562 4 жыл бұрын
me-agains response to the death of this civil rights leader was more about how great her dad was for recognizing Johm Lewis' importance rather than about Lewis himself.
@jrstarflippen
@jrstarflippen 4 жыл бұрын
Now this is the Megan I love to watch
@brineferry7032
@brineferry7032 4 жыл бұрын
Mehgan MCCain 🍉in a suit
@VertexGolfAcademy
@VertexGolfAcademy 4 жыл бұрын
I thought Lewis died last year and was from Baltimore?
@greglang848
@greglang848 4 жыл бұрын
Speaking on "stink"! You can't make this stuff up.
@gregbrogan9061
@gregbrogan9061 4 жыл бұрын
For once I appreciate what Meghan has to say bringing up her family....
@tiffanycooper6754
@tiffanycooper6754 2 жыл бұрын
0:11
@lexaneli
@lexaneli 4 жыл бұрын
I am not an American nor do I live in the US. I do not understand how and why racism can exist. I make a joke about our racial difference but never at the expense of another and not in a disrespectful manner or out of malice. Besides that, I don't know how can you look down on someone who is a different skin colour to you. Why do you think you are superior to others because of the skin they were born in? I would never understand. Even if the true history was not taught for you to know the whole truth, how do you still feel entitled or greater or better than another? Are you that delusional and narcissistic? I would never understand the reason why people are treated unfairly because of the skin you bare.
@katyjean862
@katyjean862 4 жыл бұрын
Megan McCain is the most valuable voice on The View. Perfect response, agree completely!!
@jammzy2959
@jammzy2959 4 жыл бұрын
Lol let's not get carried away...
@noprogressionisregression6854
@noprogressionisregression6854 4 жыл бұрын
Well said Meghan.
@catspaw455
@catspaw455 4 жыл бұрын
" OK " YA, right on MEG.👍🏼😊🤩
@amitalati5741
@amitalati5741 4 жыл бұрын
Meghan and her skeptical 🤨 looks
@ascendantrocket
@ascendantrocket 4 жыл бұрын
Joy is clearly sick of how much Meghan talks and how much time and space she takes up.
@bicknell67
@bicknell67 4 жыл бұрын
Im surprised after everything going on now with Confederate figures coming down the name of that bridge has not changed yet.
@malseasider
@malseasider 4 жыл бұрын
John Lewis "was " a civil right man until he became a politician. He backed Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders back in 2016 remember his famous press conference what he said about the legendary Bernie Sanders " i don't remember him but I've met the Clintons in 60s ."GRAVY TRAIN "
@taylorattrill4522
@taylorattrill4522 4 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry but while it's sad that they died, what about Naya Rivera who drowned last week? She leaves behind a 4 year old son and the entertainment industry won't be the same without her.
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