Together, You Can Redeem The Soul Of Our Nation

Thank You, John Lewis

John believed that in all of us, there exists the capacity for great courage and a longing to do what’s right. We are so lucky to have had him show us the way. I offered some thoughts today on his life and how, like him, we can give it all we have. https://t.co/7UHT86OzEj

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 30, 2020

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Every word of this ❤️❤️❤️️. We love you, Congressman Lewis. And we’ll do our best to honor your service and sacrifice with our own. https://t.co/8cuBgH1k4p

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 30, 2020

Homegoing: John Lewis

The Michelle Obama Podcast Is Live!

So excited for you to hear the first episode of The #MichelleObamaPodcast with @BarackObama! I wanted to start this season off by discussing our relationship with our community and our country. I hope you'll tune in on @Spotify: https://t.co/iEjVDPIxEs. pic.twitter.com/9svSKNHRZ0

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 29, 2020

Michelle and I have spent a lot of time together these past few months. We’ve had a lot of good talks—and this one’s up there with the best. Take a listen to the very first episode of Michelle’s podcast: https://t.co/JEaVgT6GPC. pic.twitter.com/oRn1figrRK

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 29, 2020

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Can’t wait for you to hear the first episode of The #MichelleObamaPodcast! It’s a long, thoughtful talk with @BarackObama—we had some fun with this one. That conversation goes live tomorrow, but you can follow us right now and hear a preview at https://t.co/L8FgSZGAkG. pic.twitter.com/AvPZTCnHvh

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 28, 2020

Emmy Nominated

Congratulations to @MichelleObama and the entire Becoming team for their 4 #Emmy nominations including Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special! pic.twitter.com/bEIlCc6lVU

— Queue (@netflixqueue) July 28, 2020

The Boy From Troy

“Never Give Up, Never Give In. Get Into Good Trouble”...in tears as I hear the words of John Lewis ring out in the Capitol Rotunda as he lies in state..... my heart aches with sadness, pride, and renewed purpose. Rest In Peace, Good Sir. pic.twitter.com/FwQpV1pY11

— Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) July 27, 2020

The voice of Rep. John Lewis in the United States Capitol. pic.twitter.com/beNRdRz1ef

— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) July 27, 2020

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Remembering U.S. Rep. John R. Lewis by Jacqueline OBoomer

The boy from Troy
Whose Mother no doubt
Did not want him to go
Traveled to the bridge
So long ago, so long ago

He marched with Dr. King
And spoke at the podium before him
They had to tone down his words
Because he spoke the harsh truth
And while he spoke the truth
He learned so well
And taught others
And I’m guessing for his Mother
To tone down the words
Forgive the others
Make his impassioned plea
Make it a learning event
On the road to Congress
Where he spent long years
And became its conscience
Educated more youthful soldiers
Boys and girls from Troy
And everywhere

Never to be taken down
And told not to be so harsh
Again.
Because he found his voice
He found his voice.

Today he is driven in a hearse
Through the streets of Washington
To pay respects at the
National Museum of African American
History and Culture
That he worked to achieve and the
Lincoln Memorial and
Black Lives Matter Lane and
the U.S. Capitol
And be driven nearby the souls who
Loved him
Some waiting in the streets.

It’s touching
It’s hard to watch.

I am so glad I got the chance
To witness the history from afar
I saw the boy from Troy speak
Before Dr. King at the podium
I saw him visit
Black Lives Matter plaza this year
I saw him in Congress
Sometimes during late-night hours
When he was speaking up
And standing up
For his fellow Americans

Gone but not forgotten
A treasure sent for only a little while
Borrowed from his Mother
So he could dedicate his life to
Getting in good trouble and now
His life has space at the museum
His life mattered
Our hearts break
Good trouble.

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John Lewis becomes the FIRST Black lawmaker to lie in state in the Capitol Rotunda and his casket rests atop the catafalque built for President Abraham Lincoln’s funeral in 1865. #JohnLewis #GoodTrouble pic.twitter.com/wLfcdF7WdM

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 27, 2020

The procession for civil rights icon John Lewis and his family pauses at the Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C., as the congressman makes his way to the U.S. Capitol for one final time. https://t.co/cNuE67wXMO pic.twitter.com/xvLCTJMrNZ

— ABC News (@ABC) July 27, 2020

100 Days

We are just 100 Days away from the 2020 election. And the truth is, this election could not be more important for the future of our country.

Make sure to register to vote or sign up to volunteer with @WhenWeAllVote today at https://t.co/TTeoY4z5A6. pic.twitter.com/tcPwFEogcb

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 26, 2020

We're 100 days away from Election Day and there is too much at stake to sit this one out. Now's a good time to make sure you're registered to vote––and to make sure your friends and family are, too. https://t.co/XdZz4dh82T

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 26, 2020

Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop

This is the 44th consecutive day of #BlackLivesMatter protests.

And today Stephen Jackson is helping lead a Black Lives Matter march in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

The push for justice won’t stop.

https://t.co/OkOBsWsl1t

— Stop Cop City (@JoshuaPHilll) July 11, 2020

Stunning #BlackLivesMatter bike protest going through South Brooklyn right now.

The same part of Brooklyn where racists held a Blue Lives Matter protest earlier and assaulted counter-protesters.

🎥: @mallory_jacque

pic.twitter.com/ucwu7z3GvI

— Stop Cop City (@JoshuaPHilll) July 12, 2020

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The steps of the Minnesota State Capitol today.

They haven’t stopped demanding justice for George Floyd.

Let’s not stop supporting them.

pic.twitter.com/ifmisb6LtF

— Stop Cop City (@JoshuaPHilll) July 12, 2020

Massive Black Lives Matter protest today in Brighton, England.

The movement simply refuses to stop.#BlackLivesMatterUK

pic.twitter.com/v26PcfBhR3

— Stop Cop City (@JoshuaPHilll) July 11, 2020

First-Time Podcaster

Conversation creates common ground. @BarackObama, @michele_norris, @CraigMalRob, @smalonemd, @ConanOBrien, @ValerieJarrett, and many more join @MichelleObama for The #MichelleObamaPodcast starting July 29. Only on Spotify. https://t.co/9av70TscLu

— Spotify (@Spotify) July 24, 2020

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Barack Obama To Join Michelle Obama As Guest On First Episode Of Podcast On Spotify. https://t.co/gTFVbkfmpF via @Deadline

— meta (@metaquest) July 24, 2020

We Ready

I can't wait for you all to hear the conversations I've been having for the #MichelleObamaPodcast. My mom, my girlfriends, my colleagues, and many others all stop by, along with someone you’re pretty familiar with: @BarackObama is my first guest on 7/29! https://t.co/L8FgSZGAkG pic.twitter.com/v2rNJTWZDg

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 24, 2020