Bernie's coming onto the House floor!

[The Blue Flower]

I believe the success of his movement has contributed to the Dems finally feeling motivated to stand up for justice.

[flamingdem]

1. Yes, Bernie did it way back

I think he's inspired a yuuge number of Democrats!

[rjsquirrel]

9. John Lewis is such a noob huh?

I jest.

[flamingdem]

15. I was one of the only people watching Bernie fight the tax cuts for 8 hrs

we really do have to give him credit there. He was so alone that time.

[flamingdem]

35. I agree, and I hope the two of them can work together

on this issue. Bernie has a lot of younger voters who really matter to the future, am sure John Lewis recognizes this.

[rjsquirrel]

38. Plus there was tension between them

when he came out early for Hillary in SC and vouched for her civil rights bonfides.

Two of our champs putting the election aside and right there fighting the beast together is a good look for Dems.

[flamingdem]

40. Yes indeed, this could bring them

together.

[wallyworld2]

94. Hopefully

He'll remember seeing him this time

[Sienna86]

116. Agreed.

[wallyworld2]

207. Bernies arrival

https://www.facebook.com/NowThisElection/videos/vb.908009612563863/1208124842552337/?type=2&theater

[wallyworld2]

183. weird that

Now with the love fest all will be forgotten and forgiven.

And we will all be surprised when things stay the same and TPP and fracking and well it's a long list....

[Chasstev365]

156. Seriously? You are not jesting!

You're bringing that shit up again? Bernie fought for Civil Rights, so did John Lewis. LEAVE IT AT THAT!

Tell me: were you one of the who was chastising Bernie for not appearing on the Senate floor last week?
Apparently, dammed if he doesn't, dammed if he does.

[Chasstev365]

180. OK: It seemed rather meanspirited

but I accept your explanation.

By the way; I never said Sanders and Lewis should be considered equals on Civil Rights, but they were both involved.

[rjsquirrel]

181. I never doubted Bernie's history of support

for civil rights or his sincere belief in racial justice.

John Lewis is simply a living icon of the movement.

Thank you for the civil reply.

[SouthernDemLinda]

188. just as soon as they get off that floor.

The level of participation wasn't the issue ever. When you say, "I saw this person there but I didn't see another person there, it's clear the implication of the remark is one was there and the other one was not.

So, let's not get all confused. The issue is, I saw Hillary, but I didn't see Bernie. Let's take up a collection and get his eyes checked. We'll do that just as soon as they get off that floor.

[Craig234]

201. It's not a contest

We don't need to demand that our politicians bleed for credit for leadership.

Recognize that Lewis did, and that both Bernie and he have fought for rights, and stop the circular firing squad.

[Craig234]

208. Seems you're the one flipping

This isn't about Bernie - and there's no reason to attack him or insult him, HE wasn't on that bridge with John Lewis...

They're both good leaders, can you leave it at that or do you need to say something bad about Bernie again?

[greiner3]

237. "...has always had the courage of his convictions"

So honorable in any human being and all too rare in politicians

[TwilightZone]

32. There were a lot of people watching, so many that it temporarily shut down the Senate's server.

"The near-filibuster, which began at 10:25 AM, became so popular that it temporarily shut down the Senate video server."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/10/bernie-sanders-filibuster_n_795087.html

[George II]

93. I thought this was a gun control issue and sit-in.

[puffy socks]

115. when was that? nt

[SouthernDemLinda]

185. fight like Bernie Sanders

The democrats are sitting on a plush carpeted the floor, in an air conditioned building, to stop the sale of guns to anyone on a watch list....duh!

Now how about healthcare, college funding, raising the minimum wage to 15 dollars.....etc. No half measure.... get up off of that plush carpeted floor and go out there a fight like Bernie Sanders did.

I know it's never going to happen..... and we will never have another Bernie......they won't let it happen again.

[ehrnst]

219. No one fought like John Lewis - who faced bullets and had his skull fractured.

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He was there in the streets, in the deep south doing the hard, real dangerous work of social justice. He was a freedom rider, and later worked with Carter running VISTA. He was participating in anti-war protests against the Iraq War in 2003, arrested at the Sudan Embassy protesting the genocide, and was one of eight U.S. Representatives, from six states, arrested while holding a sit-in near the west side of the U.S. Capitol building, to advocate for illegal immigration reform.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

Jail isn't some cozy, cushioned, air conditioned seat in the House or the Senate, but John Lewis was willing to go there to bring attention to an issue.

This time his action was inspired by the Orlando shootings, and not the Democratic primaries.

No one has fought like John Lewis.

And no matter how plush the carpet, or air conditioned the room, some people couldn't be bothered to do more than stop by and get a photo op. Elizabeth Warren, on the other hand was there with them.

You seem to be unaware of John Lewis's record on the issues.

Here it is, and it is long and impressive. And we had John Lewis before we had Bernie Sanders, and we will have more people like John Lewis in the future. Just like there have been progressive Democrats here on DU way longer than you. Don't worry.

http://www.ontheissues.org/GA/John_Lewis.htm

[bravenak]

58. I hope not

[Greybnk48]

65. Bernie would never even think of that much less do it.

Those of us who supported the Civil Rights movement back in the 60's, and activists like Bernie, had nothing but respect and awe for people with guts like John Lewis. It's absurd to think otherwise.

[PatrickforO]

159. Yeah, those guys who marched across that bridge had real, real guts.

Their protest movement wasn't any lighthearted thing - you could die down there, be beaten to death, shot, clubbed, maimed by dogs or simply jailed and killed. Those Ku Kluxers were downright evil.

[ehrnst]

216. + 10

[Silver_Witch]

221. And everyone knew that. We watched on the nightly news as....

As they were beaten and hosed down with dogs attacking. It was terrifying as a child to watch!!! We knew though that they were brave and doing the right thing!!! The protesters CHANGED America for the better! We can change it again if we join together!

[wallyworld2]

204. Finally

When I was watching C-span they recognized Senator Sanders had arrived but did not go to the live feed and stayed with the call ins.

But this was posted on Facebook and NT of his entrance and introduction

https://www.facebook.com/NowThisElection/videos/vb.908009612563863/1208124842552337/?type=2&theater

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

227. Yes, Bernie shows once again why he is so inspirational.

[Her Sister]

271. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013


2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[babylonsister]

8. Are you serious??? A lot of

us have been here for years and have seen time and again where Democrats could NOT find their spines.

"Not very knowledgeable, are ya?"

[99th_Monkey]

13. +10

[babylonsister]

43. Why would

I waste my time here for over 15 years if I wasn't a Democrat? And I'm not even talking about Sanders but Dems in general. There have been many times over the years they have not shown their spine. Google it and try not to sound so holier than thou, because you're far from it.

[tonyt53]

49. Don't need to Google it. Been living as a Democrat since I could vote - about 45 years.

Don't need somebody to tell me how to be a Democrat, nor do I take it lightly when somebody tries to slander the Democratic Party, which you made a sad attempt at doing.

[markpkessinger]

60. Is this some kind of pissing match?

Seriously, tonyt53, you need to chill here. You have no exclusive claim on the title "Democrat," and much as any of us my love the party, to suggest it doesn't have its shortcomings is simply delusional!

[choie]

125. My party, right or wrong, huh?

That not a very grown up credo..Babylonsister is exactly right, the Ds have been spineless up till now.

[840high]

131. Yes they have.

[fbc]

157. I concur

[Scootaloo]

155. I suggested a few posts back that you take this stuff somewhere else

You certainly have no space to take shots at Babylonsister.

Maybe you ought to take a trip down memory lane. Democrats lining up to vote for the Patriot Act. Our current nominee supporting all of Bush's lies on the senate floor. Harry Reid "keeping the powder dry." Nancy Pelosi "taking impeachment off the table." Kerry not challenging Ohio. President obama putting social security "on the table."

Democrats do have a record of backing down against the right wing. We have this problem where out leader fetishize "bipartisanship" and an attitude of "going along to get along." Pointing that out isn't a lie, and it's not slander. It's the fucking truth. Which is why it's so nice to see instances like this where they stand up (so to speak) for what's right, even if it means they're off Mitch McConnel's Christmas card list.

[chknltl]

176. Well said.Thank you. nt

[Craig234]

202. Not only have Dmocrats backed down way too much

But Republicans have milked every little bit of power they have to abuse it and attack more - impeach Bill Clinton, break all record obstructing with the filibuster, block huge number of nominees for no reason but obstructing and much more.

[Silver_Witch]

340. Beautifully said!!!!

[vkkv]

174. Off the top of my head - Dems have been spineless in::

Going along with GWB on the Iraq invasion.

Nancy Pelosi ( I voted for her four times) taking the 'impeachment of GWB off the table'. I will never forgive her or the rest of the Dems for not pushing for an investigation of BushCo when they ran the House.

Letting the NRA and GOP manipulate the conversation on gun control ( un till now.. we'll see, right?)

Feinstein and her approval of the FBI and NSA spying on us while protecting ATT and other communication companies from lawsuits...


- That is just from the top of my head..

[SouthernDemLinda]

190. Hellooooooooooo!

I actually would hate to tell you how many times I have voted for people who were lying.

[WolverineDG]

52. I wish I could rec this sooooo badly

[babylonsister]

56. Well,

apparently I've slandered the Dem party by saying that. I knew I wasn't alone in that some of us have actually been paying attention!

[WolverineDG]

61. People are get so mad just at the mere mention of Bernie Sanders

when a couple of days ago, they were complaining that he didn't show up for the Senate's sua sponte filibuster. You'd think they'd be happy he showed up to support Rep. Lewis, but no.

[Nitram]

82. What I find irritating is the suggestion that if the democratic Party does something Bernistas like

it must be because Bernie. Patent nonsense.

[NurseJackie]

97. You're correct, of course.

Taking credit where none is deserved is kinda silly.

[SouthernDemLinda]

192. Nope not a thing!

Taking credit for what? Bernie said something?

Bernie isn't supposed to be mentioned, because they don't want to face all the crap that he has dumped in their lap, but they have as of this minute done nothing.

[WolverineDG]

128. So why did so many other issues go "unanswered"

by sit-ins & filibusters?

[Haveadream]

241. This one didn't

It isn't in the US House but brave Democrats have challenged conservatives before. Here are excerpts from Wendy Davis's 13 hour filibuster in 2013. What an incredible effort by Wendy, the TX Dems and the activists!

[Rose Siding]

132. Thrilled he showed up but thinking today's Dems needed any nudge from him is silly

That was why there was push back against the op

[WolverineDG]

133. Well, they sure as hell needed something

after years of rolling over & playing dead.

[Rose Siding]

134. I think it was probably the most fatal mass shooting in our history that did it.

Do you think it might have been that?

[WolverineDG]

136. Then why not after Sandy Hook?

or when Gabby Giffords was shot?

[Rose Siding]

137. Significant steps were taken after incident

Don't you remember the coordinated efforts of Pres Obama and Democrats after each of those incidents?

This is what they have organized to do this time. They'll keep trying. Hope this works. It seems like they have put together a great effort, as were the ones before. I'm glad Bernie is joining with them.

[Sheepshank]

254. Did Bernie organize a sit in or a march after those events and I missed it? n/t

[WolverineDG]

265. Did Representative Lewis? nt

[Sheepshank]

266. I would appear Lewis did so after the Florida shootings.

you attempted to disregard this obvious fact and state that since Lewis didn't organize a sit in after Sandy Hook Etc, that there was a problem with that.

[SouthernDemLinda]

193. I'm with the people.

No, I think it's an election year and this is a major distraction.

[kerry-is-my-prez]

196. Yes, partly, the Dems would not have have done this if they hadn't known they had the support

of a lot of Dems and Reps. You can bet they polled to see how much support they had first before doing this. They do not do anything during election season unless they see this as a winning issue. They see this as a huge winner.

[FreakinDJ]

96. must be new

[Arazi]

135. +10000. Brave Congressional action has been a rare commodity

I find it hard to believe it's just a coincidence that NOW there's bold action.

I credit John Lewis 100% for this action even as I credit Bernie Sanders for demonstrating how hungry the American public is for real political courage, not complacency, these days.

[babylonsister]

138. Maybe they finally got as fed up

with the republicans as we are. No guts, no glory. I'm so glad all the Dems jumped on this bandwagon. Maybe they will find other bandwagons, too.

[ehrnst]

213. Perhaps Orlando had much to do with the timing. Just a thought. (nt)

[dflprincess]

171. Amen!

[Silver_Witch]

178. This ^^

and this again and again. Thank you Babylonsister!

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

232. Precisely why Bernie is such a standout, proving time and time again he's on the right side of history.

[Her Sister]

272. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[The Blue Flower]

10. I've been a Democrat since 1964

don't make assumptions based on your own politics

[flamingdem]

14. Remember when Bernie stood alone against tax cuts, do you know who else did that?

NO ONE

[randome]

18. Who's taking anything away from Sanders? Why can't Sanders be a hero then and Lewis a hero now?

[flamingdem]

20. I agree, but not if Bernie isn't given the respect he is due

He stood up when others did nothing. Lewis is hero too. Those two are ultimately partners as all of us should be.

[Nitram]

84. Bernie has been given a great deal of respect. He earned it.

Don't spoil it by overdoing the Bernie love.

[kerry-is-my-prez]

189. Yep those two and all the other people who have the balls to back them up. I have the feeling that

Sanders and the large numbers of his supporters who did make it more acceptable to have these protests. Also, I hate to admit the number of people who went against the establishment Reps by going for Trump instead also helps. There is now obviously people on both sides of the aisle who are not for keeping things the same way. People are not just going along with the program on either side.

[Her Sister]

273. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

274. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[TwilightZone]

28. Actually, he wasn't alone.

Sen. Sherrod Brown and Sen. Mary Landrieu were also involved.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/10/bernie-sanders-filibuster_n_795087.html

[flamingdem]

31. Thanks, now I remember

Wonder if Sherrod Brown will get the nod for Veep.

[Drunken Irishman]

179. Thankfully, we got rid of Landrieu!

oh wait.

[murielm99]

233. Tammy Duckworth got out of her wheelchair

and joined them. She is running for Senate in Illinois. Cheri Bustos, a Congresswoman near me, and someone I support, was also on the floor.

A lot of good people were there. This is not about Bernie.

[murielm99]

243. My Senator Dick Durbin also joined in.

He was not there for applause or a photo op. He was there to be supportive. This is about gun legislation, not Durbin, or Bernie, or any other individual.

[TwilightZone]

244. The poster I was responding to was referring to Sanders' pseudo-filibuster after a tax vote in 2010

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/10/bernie-sanders-filibuster_n_795087.html

My point about Landrieu and Brown was in reference to that. They also took turns at the lectern that particular day.

As for the present-day sit-in, my thought is: the more, the merrier.

[WolverineDG]

50. Where have you been?

Democrats have been folding like card tables for decades, even when we had the House & Senate back in 2008!!

"Oh we can't have (insert Democratic issue here) because the Republicans will filibuster." "We need a super-majority, so we can't have (insert Democratic issue here) yet."

So glad that Bernie has lit a fire under the Democratic party establishment. Stand up for what you believe in instead of rolling over & playing dead!

[babylonsister]

102. Amen!!

[Her Sister]

277. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[babylonsister]

281. No, let's not

counsel me on something I didn't do.

[Her Sister]

348. Well you said Amen to a Post that was giving credit to Bernie or his movement for the Sit-IN

But glad you agree to let's not do that!

[avaistheone1]

191. What you said.

[Her Sister]

278. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Her Sister]

275. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

276. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[WolverineDG]

341. No one is

But Bernie sure lit a fire under the Dems & they're acting like they have spines again.

[Her Sister]

342. Stop saying that. That is tone deaf.

Black and Other POC don't need others to lit a fire or to have spines! That's your opinion, not mine! Nope I don't give him credit for that. He lit a fire with some voters.

[DisgustipatedinCA]

62. This is a personal attack against another DUer.

That's no longer permitted here.

[obamanut2012]

3. Well, no -- John Lewis is leading this

As well as other House Dems.

[randome]

5. No kidding.

I can't believe some can't acknowledge the good works of other Democrats.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

11. Oh wah. OP didn't take a damn thing from Rep. Lewis' effort. nt

[randome]

12. Saying it was because of Sanders is amazingly short-sighted.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

17. Oh, "amazingly short-sighted", huh? You're amazingly hyperbolic...

I know exactly why you chimed in to whine about the OP.

[randome]

19. Can we agree that both Sanders and Lewis are heroes in their own way?

[99th_Monkey]

23. Me three. nt

[ChisolmTrailDem]

29. We can, indeed. nt

[LanternWaste]

39. Nor more and no less than projecting "wah" onto others

"You're amazingly hyperbolic..."

Nor more and no less than projecting "wah" onto others; though I absolutely understand the compulsion to indict others for actions we rationalize when we ourselves do as much.

[99th_Monkey]

21. Implying that Sanders is irrelevant & impotent is an insult, i.e. an attack.

It's a matter of perspective.

[randome]

36. But no one said or implied that. John Lewis is responsible for this sit-in, though. That's all.

[99th_Monkey]

144. "Can we agree that both Sanders and Lewis are heroes in their own way?"

I'm there.

[SouthernDemLinda]

194. No

No, it's not. They are trying to act like they will go against the system, and it's all just for show. I bet they don't get a thing done on the gun issue, but they tried.

[Her Sister]

279. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

280. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[obamanut2012]

33. Several people are saying thsi

And more on social media. John Lewis, Pelosi, and yes -- even DWS, and I am not a fan of hers -- deserve some credit.

[Trajan]

66. Bernie showed them what's it's like

To have a backbone ..

To have resolve to do what's right ...

To resist triangulation ... To face the issues head on ...

To have some guts to do what's right ...

I don't recall any other politician of note in the recent past who has shown the courage to fight for what's right ... Have you?

[metroins]

69. Bernie showed John Lewis how to have a backbone

Give it a rest and just support the Democrats on their efforts this week.

[etherealtruth]

77. IKR?

[Squinch]

90. No one needs to show John Lewis how to have backbone. They just need to look at his

battle scars and learn from him.

[rhett o rick]

145. "Give it a rest"?? Why do you think you can demand that? We are supporting Democrats

as we have been all along. This is part of the revolution where Democrats start standing up for the People and not the Big Money.

[metroins]

147. I find your post disgusting

And a disservice to what is occurring right now.

Absolutely disgusting.

[rhett o rick]

150. Funny that. I support the Democrats that are fighting for gun control. How about you?

[metroins]

154. Looks like we support the same people. Nt.

[Her Sister]

285. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Her Sister]

284. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[rjsquirrel]

78. Are you perhaps one of Bernie's younger supporters?

Because if so you might want to read up on John Lewis. It's in the dictionary under "Backbone." First entry.

No one needs to show Rep. Lewis how to stand up (or sit down) for his beliefs.

[Skittles]

85. you need to educate yourself on John Lewis

please

[Trajan]

141. At what point did I decrease, diminish, degrade or demean John Lewis?

Last edited Wed Jun 22, 2016, 09:23 PM - Edit history (1)

Jesus cripes on a fucking pogo stick ...

Ok ... So, the Democratic caucus in the United States congress has ALWAYS used sit ins to make their point? ...

During the NAFTA vote?

The IWR ?...

A bunch of working class heroes, you say?

I say ... Bullshit ... The Democrats have been weak at the knees for a good 30 fucking years ...

I love John Lewis and I have a tremendous about of respect for him, but that says nothing about the rest of the caucus ...

Spare me ...

[Skittles]

158. when you credited Bernie for Lewis' courage

DONE HERE

[Trajan]

166. I admire Lewis greatly ...

But I seem to recall similar tragic events that have recently occurred, yet nobody was brave enough then to commit to such an act on the floor of the United States Capitol Building ... But even more important, the desire to actively denigrate one person against the other, when BOTH are clearly on the same side, is both useless and cynical. It's your own personal circular firing squad ...

Now you're done here ...

[Her Sister]

288. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

289. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Her Sister]

286. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

287. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Squinch]

91. Wow. This is... I just can't. Read up on John Lewis before you say something like this.

[obamanut2012]

99. omg

John Lewis is a legit Civil Rights icon.

[obamanut2012]

101. I will add Jackie Speier to John Lewis on the list

Not just her fight for all that's right, but her heroism trying to rescue American citizens in another country, and being badly shot and playing dead for hours and hours and hours so as not to be shot even more and killed, until she was rescued.

She is also the politician most vocally against MST, and is repeatedly attacked bit oh o brave MRAs for being against our Service women being raped and ignored.

There are other brave men and women in our Congress.

Ever hear of Tammy Duckworth?

[Starry Messenger]

108. No, just no.

Back away slowly...

[rhett o rick]

146. I think you will be surprised to see that many Democrats will start speaking back to power

now they have seen that millions of Americans want to end the control of Big Money in our government. You want to end the control of Big Money in our government, don't you?

[Starry Messenger]

151. .

[rhett o rick]

153. Thank you. I love animals. nm

[Grassy Knoll]

200. LOL, Too Much, I Can't Fucking Stop Laughing At That!

[SidDithers]

257. Awesome...

Sid

[Her Sister]

290. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[ehrnst]

214. John Lewis was doing this with MLK. I think that qualifies as backbone. (nt)

[zappaman]

238. LOL!!!!!

[Cha]

263. No one shows John Lewis how to have a "backbone"..

Michael Skolnik
✔ ?@MichaelSkolnik
I have an original print of this photo hanging in my office. Trust me, @RepJohnLewis is not afraid of @SpeakerRyan.
6:10 PM - 22 Jun 2016
1,753 1,753 Retweets 2,497 2,497 likes

https://theobamadiary.com/2016/06/23/early-bird-chat-774/



David Simas
✔ ?@Simas44
Publicity stunt for standing against gun violence? Here's American hero @repjohnlewis. #NoBillNoBreak
3:36 PM - 22 Jun 2016
749 749 Retweets 980 980 likes

https://theobamadiary.com/2016/06/22/nobillnobreak-good-trouble/

[KitSileya]

264. Wow.

John Lewis needed to be shown this, according to you?

Yeah, wow is about the only thing I can say to that without getting my post hidden.

[Her Sister]

282. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

283. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[DawgHouse]

72. +1

[liberalnarb]

105. Agreed, the credit goes to him on this one.

[rhett o rick]

143. Funny that they have been very, very quiet until Sen Sanders rallied many, many to speak up to

those running our government. This is part of the revolution. I think you will see many of the Democratic Congress-Critters speaking out now they know they have the Progressive Left behind them.

[dflprincess]

172. Exactly! nt

[Her Sister]

292. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Her Sister]

291. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[LongtimeAZDem]

4. I think the 49 murder victims might have had a little more to do with it (nt)

[That Guy 888]

110. Then why not after Sandy Hook? or any of our other mass shootings...

I don't think it was a direct link between Sanders campaign, or that Sanders inspired him.

I do think that Sanders campaign did get traction showed that our nation really isn't "center-right" like some of our party members try to use as an excuse for being slightly less awful than republicans.

[LongtimeAZDem]

127. Because they finally said "enough", for their own reasons.

Trying to give credit to anyone other than those who actually took action is unsupported nonsense, and nothing more than a cheap attempt to find political validation in the works of others.

[That Guy 888]

139. Why now?

It seems to me that the Democratic Party leadership is finally allowing our party members to take action in part because they realize it's going to be more difficult to just sit on their hands and do nothing because of republican intransigence.

Trying to give credit to anyone other than those who actually took action is unsupported nonsense, and nothing more than a cheap attempt to find political validation in the works of others.

If Sanders campaign had gone the route of Dennis Kucinich's, I'm sure that this sit in would have had the rug pulled out from under it by the self proclaimed "adults" in our party who only want safe easy victories.

[LongtimeAZDem]

142. "Why now?"

OK, you want to give somebody else credit? Try this.

Clinton met with House Democrats this morning, greeted by cheers of "Hillary, Hillary!" A short time later, they started their sit-in.
If one of the candidates influenced their action, it was far more likely that it was the one they just rallied with.

I don't believe it, of course; I believe the credit goes to the Democratic Men and Women of the House of Representatives, first and foremost the Honorable John Lewis. But you can tell yourself whatever you want.

[That Guy 888]

149. You really think that our party would allow this if Sanders campaign had gone as quick as Kucinich's

They didn't allow a vote on impeaching * because it wouldn't have been successful. The powers-that-be in the Democratic Party had decided that doing nothing was the best course of action.

Why was there a change? Why didn't they shut this down? Why not allow this sort of action following any of our other mass shootings? What has changed?

But you can tell yourself whatever you want.

As apparently can the "uniters" among Clinton supporters.

[1StrongBlackMan]

173. And I wonder who else noticed ...

HRC's speech ... followed by the White House's statement ... followed by the Democrats sit-in ... completely stepped on whatever message trump had planned to put out today. Hell, MSNBC didn't even show trump's face this evening.

As someone pointed out to me, earlier ... THIS IS WHAT EFFECTIVE PARTISAN ORGANIZATIONAL ACTION LOOKS LIKE!

[1StrongBlackMan]

169. +1 ...

par for the self-importants' course ... nothing good can possibly happen unless they are more responsible for it, than those actually that initiated it.

[LongtimeAZDem]

255. +1

[Her Sister]

293. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

294. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Hekate]

6. Good for him, but John Lewis is leading this protest. Glad Bernie is joining in.

[leftynyc]

7. ALL the credit goes to John Lewis

for starting this. Bernie is along for the ride on this one.

[tonyt53]

30. 100%

[seaglass]

64. Bernie waved, basked in the applause for a moment and left. n/t

[NastyRiffraff]

230. Exactly!

All credit to John Lewis for starting it, and to the Dem House members joining him. Giving Sanders credit for just showing up (and getting applause, of course) is just unbelievable.

Did he bring donuts like Elizabeth Warren did? Send for pizza like someone else did? Snacks? Water? Coffee? Anything?

I'm glad he showed up, though.

[LanternWaste]

16. I think more than anyone by miles, it was John Lewis who motivated today's stand.

I think more than anyone by miles, it was John Lewis who motivated today's stand.

[workinclasszero]

22. Confirmed by CSPAN

They just showed a still from the live feed showing Bernie walking in.

[workinclasszero]

161. Here is a pic of Sen Sanders in the House

I applaud Senator Sanders and all the other senators showing solidarity with John Lewis and the House Heroes!

[harun]

205. +1

[demmiblue]

24. Cool beans!

[Her Sister]

295. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

296. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[nolabear]

27. John Lewis is the leader here, but good for Bernie.

In his position I'd do it too.

[workinclasszero]

34. We all need to stop the needless gun violence in this country

I'm sure John Lewis would welcome Bernie in this fight.

[nolabear]

37. Absolutely. Solidarity!

[workinclasszero]

42. We owe the innocent victims of unrestricted deadly weapons in America

UNITY for sensible gun control!!

[flamingdem]

67. I agree! Unity por favor

[La Lioness Priyanka]

41. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis

[bravenak]

44. +1

[Starry Messenger]

59. I'm getting a permanent eyelid tic from this stuff.

[etherealtruth]

63. It is good that Sanders joined JOHN LEWIS

Its also good that 40+ others joined him (JL).

John Lewis

[obamanut2012]

81. This

[Logical]

103. More snark from a Hillary fan. nt

[Squinch]

107. In what way is that statement of fact snarky?

[SoLeftIAmRight]

197. need help?

...

[Her Sister]

298. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[La Lioness Priyanka]

211. Not snark at all. Just a statement of fact.

[Logical]

224. No it was snark, most here have stopped doing it. Nt

[Squinch]

242. In what way was it snark? It was a statement of fact.

[Her Sister]

297. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Cali_Democrat]

119. Thank you. nt

[harun]

206. Haters gonna hate.

Just another statement of fact.

[La Lioness Priyanka]

246. liars gonna lie. also statement of fact. nt

[Her Sister]

299. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Her Sister]

245. this!

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis

[okasha]

258. Thank you.

I am thunderstruck by the notion that John Lewis would need to be "allowed" to do whatever he damn pleases to stand up--or as the case may be, sit down--for a righteous cause. Good grief.

I suspect that one of the things that is putting heart into the Party just now is the prospect of taking, at minimum, the White House and Senate, and making some significant gains in the House. Those conditions were't a factor earlier.

[sufrommich]

45. Bullshit. John Lewis motivated other dems to stand up.

Don't you dare try to take this away from him,Sanders has zip to do with it. Jesus.

[LaydeeBug]

47. Correction: He motivated them to sit down, lol. nt

[The Blue Flower]

46. Giving all props to the wonderful Mr. Lewis, a true American hero

But without a new spirit among our Democrats, he might not have had so many with him. That's all I'm saying.

[TwilightZone]

48. Mr. Lewis has had "so many with him" for much longer than this election season

[tonyt53]

53. Ya got that right!!!!!

[etherealtruth]

68. borrowing a word from religion: AMEN

[MH1]

74. True - but Bernie has followers now that are important to keep engaged;

some of them too young to have been there when John Lewis was shaking things up years ago.

So while I would give credit to John Lewis for leading this event, I do think it is valuable for Bernie Sanders to join in and be a leader for his own followers.

We should appreciate both of them. We need all the engagement we can get on this issue!

[La Lioness Priyanka]

57. I know this was not intentional on your part but minorities and women

are frequently not given credit for their achievements, so when people make the statements you made, it really does make a lot of us legitimately angry.

This has nothing to do with the primary or even Bernie, who has plenty of his own achievements, but this is clearly John Lewis's work.

[Her Sister]

300. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[betsuni]

303. YES

[Her Sister]

301. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[MerryBlooms]

55. Hero Congressman John Lewis and Congresswoman Katherine Clark are leading the sit-in.

I think the horrific slaughter of 49 beautiful people is what motivated these law makers. Sanders and Warren have both joined now, which is great, and I'm hoping many more are to follow.

[Her Sister]

302. Perfect words! Quoting you:

MerryBlooms
Hero Congressman John Lewis and Congresswoman Katherine Clark are leading the sit-in.

I think the horrific slaughter of 49 beautiful people is what motivated these law makers. Sanders and Warren have both joined now, which is great, and I'm hoping many more are to follow.

[Playinghardball]

70. Bernie POWER!!!

Go Bernie!!!

Get 'er Done!!!

[Her Sister]

304. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

305. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[beastie boy]

71. John Lewis and more than 60 other Democrats have been there for hours.

And Mr. Lewis has a consistent record in favor of strict gun control. His demand for a vote and his willingness to back it with action is genuine and sincere.

[DrBulldog]

73. With every move Bernie makes, America regrets more and more it did not nominate him.

[rjsquirrel]

75. /checks passport

Still says "United States of America."

Nope, no regrets. I'm with her.

[gwheezie]

80. I doubt it

His supporters may regret he will not be the nominee but I don't see a big wave of regret from America.

[rjsquirrel]

86. Every candidate's supporters

claim they represent "America." Republicans do it all the time.

Then there is an election and they find out America is a big diverse place with people who aren't exactly like them who also vote. Part of getting older for me has been coming to see the importance of compromise rather than conversion.

[gwheezie]

89. I came to the same place

Not only do I not expect everyone to think like me, I do entertain the possibility I may be wrong. Bernie had enough support that while he was not my 1st choice, he resonated with people I agree with on most issues so I have no strong animosity towards him. I do stand firm that trump is a disaster.

[rjsquirrel]

95. Yep

Very similar here. In the end I was a Clinton supporter but have been a Bernie fan for many years, and agree with a lot of his views.

I also don't think of my own views as obviously popular. But then my first presidential campaign activism was for McGovern.

[Squinch]

112. Nope.

[lunamagica]

148. No regrets here. I'm with her

[uponit7771]

198. ummmm, nooooooooo... not at all... it wasn't Sanders who started the sit in

[Her Sister]

306. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

307. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[sufrommich]

76. Sanders waved,shook hands and left.

https://mobile.twitter.com/IsaacDovere/status/745715690385059840

[Metric System]

79. I'm shocked.

[obamanut2012]

83. Yup

[beastie boy]

87. That was inspirational!

Next thread, please!

[Squinch]

88. And sorry to those who want to give him credit for this, but he generally votes against gun control.

[rjsquirrel]

98. That isn't fair or true

He is slightly more pro-gun than most liberal Dems because he represents a rural state. But overall he has supported reasonable gun laws and I think has a "D" rating from the NRA.

I'm a Hillary supporter and have been very critical of the Sanders campaign in recent months but let's be fair and see that we all have much more in common than separates us.

But this thing is about John Lewis and the other folks sitting there risking their necks.

[Squinch]

104. I'm sorry but it is true.

He voted against the Brady bill and waiting periods, voted for immunity for gun sellers, voted to allow guns in bags on Amtrak. Yes, though, he does support background checks and he supports getting rid of the gun show loophole, on which I agree with him. But he is not a dependable supporter of gun control.

[rjsquirrel]

117. Ok, we are talking about the same record

But I suspect rising on the national stage may have bent Bernie in the right direction on this issue-- it was one of few issues where Hillary held his feet to the fire, and here hernia showing up for the fight.

I agree that his Brady Bill vote was disappointing, more so for the way it proves he is a professional politician. His constituents include Rural Vermonters just like Hillary's included Wall St bankers when she was senator.

In other ways it is important to have middle-grounders who understand amd have some trust from rural and pro-gun constituencies to combat the NRA. As a rural Texan by birth and upbringing (grew up hunting, in other words) I think most rational hunters and gun owners support a lot of rational control measures -- which surveys show is true for closing the gunshow loophole and expanding background checks at least.

Pat Toomey and Joe Manchin and Susan Collins are all folks I think we can get and need to get on the good side here.

I guess I'm trying to find common ground on this issue. I think we are all sick of NRA polarizing rhetoric.

[JonLeibowitz]

122. Yep, constituent views are exactly the same as corporate interests from your state.

No, wait.

I thought Dems believed that corporations weren't people?

[JonLeibowitz]

120. Guns are allows on planes too, in checked baggage same as Amtrak.

[underpants]

123. Senators really don't have any business on the House floor

But it was a nice gesture

[ehrnst]

215. A quick photo op maybe, but Elizabeth Warren was there sitting on the floor

And brought Doughnuts!

[George II]

92. The Democrats in the House and Senate have been standing up for justice....

....and gun control for a long time.

Senator Al Franken has been sitting in with the House Democrats since the sit-in began around noon.

[asiliveandbreathe]

100. Love Al Franken - maybe he still has the gorilla costume and they

could give it to AYNRYANRAND when he brings the bill for a vote.....that way AYNRYANRAND could turn the cameras in the house on - and no one will know it is him....just sayin'

[ehrnst]

225. There are some newcomers to the scene who need learn some things

about the "establishment" and the work that has been done.

[Night Watchman]

106. Ewww!

I hope he cleans it up afterwards! (You knew somebody was gonna say it!)

[MyNameGoesHere]

109. Wow!

No wonder African Americans feel alienated and marginalized. I love the Sanders hero worship, it really is darling, but to be honest it was a black man that started this. Give some credit huh?

[HenryWallace]

111. Congrats to John Lewis and the other House Democrates!

This has nothing to do with Senator Sanders.....

other than to point out that it also has nothing to do with:

* Marginal change, or
* Accepting the constraints of "only that which is possible."

Party leaders have articulated what needs to be done and determined that this goal is worth fighting for (ignoring that their acts are legislatively doomed)! The fight for what is right is what is important.

Sanders appropriately came, showed his support and left. However, in a real sense he as earned the right to welcome these individuals "back to the fight!"

[Squinch]

113. John Lewis has NEVER left the fight.

[giftedgirl77]

114. Please give the strong black man credit for this....

Bernie simply attended a pre-planned event trying to give him credit for this is just silly.

[bravenak]

130. Very presumptuous

[bravenak]

165. It's just ass backwards

[Cali_Democrat]

118. You're trying to credit Bernie for this?

You've gotta be kidding me.

[JonLeibowitz]

126. I'm disappointed in Bernie. This sit-in is a mistake. The bill is a travesty.

Bills that infringe on civil liberties should be defeated regardless of how noble the purported goal.

[bravenak]

129. John Lewis and house Dems deserve the credit

[riderinthestorm]

140. K&R! Bernie showed Dems that the people want courage

Kudos to John Lewis.

I give him all the credit for this action but I also credit Bernie with showing Dems that there's a hungry movement out there desperate for real change from status quo politics.

This action isn't a coincidence.

The heavy applause for Bernie on the House floor as he arrived indicates how much he's changed the dialogue.

[Her Sister]

308. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

309. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[rhett o rick]

152. This is part of the revolution. The Democrats in Congress have been buoyed by

support from the Progressive Left.

[Her Sister]

310. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[rhett o rick]

330. Who said anything about Sanders. I can't understand the need pretend that Sen Sanders hasn't

had an impact on the Democratic Party.

What I said is "This is part of the revolution. The Democrats in Congress have been buoyed by support from the Progressive Left."

It's past time to break the control of the Democratic Party Elite from the control of Big Money, don't you agree?

[Her Sister]

331. Your keep pushing this question were its not germane!

It's past time to break the control of the Democratic Party Elite from the control of Big Money, don't you agree?

Talking about gun-sense! Time to have gun-sense, don't you agree?

Rep. John Lewis is not buoyed by anyone, he's been a buoy-er since he was a teen! 19 years old.

Stop the tone deafness! Blacks and POC don't need anyone to give them spine or buoyancy . Look at my OP on Rep. John Lewis.

[rhett o rick]

333. I have not said anything but good things about Rep. Lewis and yet you keep

acting like I have. It's called a STRAWMAN.

The Progressives have always fought for gun control, so why do you hate progressives.

We will all benefit from the People's Movement.

[Her Sister]

336. ... ????

???

You: "Strawman, hate progressives'

Me: Buh-Bye!

[rhett o rick]

345. Interesting that you won't commit yourself as to supporting the People's Movement

or the effort to get Big Corp Money out of our government.

[LWolf]

160. Looked to me

like he got an enthusiastic welcome there, which is more than I can say for so many in this thread.

[klook]

163. Call Congress right friggin' now and demand a purity test!

Only those deemed worthy will be allowed to take part in this protest!

I hope I don't need the tag but nowadays I probably do.

[Her Sister]

311. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

312. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[rgbecker]

162. OMG! But Bernie loves guns and the NRA!

Voted against Brady bill a million times and thinks Vermonters support guns for everyone.

What's going to happen?

[Uncle Joe]

167. I agree.

Thanks for the thread, The Blue Flower.

[Her Sister]

313. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

314. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Silver_Witch]

177. I agree - completely and totally - Thank you Mr. Sanders!

And thank you all the Dems who are participating in the "sit-in".

We should send Pizza!!

[Her Sister]

315. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

316. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Silver_Witch]

338. I am not crediting Bernie with anything

I have made posts re Mr. Lewis' wonderful act of starting the sit in. In fact I think he would be a wonderful vice president to Hillary. It would get my vote!!!

Even the senators welcomed Bernie and acknowledged his contribution to giving a voice to action. Goggle it. They all stood and welcomed him with a very moving sppech. So perhaps there is room for thanking everyone and rejoicing!

Or yu can just keep hating. Your choice!

[Her Sister]

339. I am not a hater, just a clarifier, because people in this thread seem to be thanking Bernie for the

SIT-IN!

I am a lover!

[AgingAmerican]

182. Obviously you are correct

[Her Sister]

317. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

318. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[AgingAmerican]

346. You don't get it

[Her Sister]

347. You don't get it!

[Feeling the Bern]

184. Considering he is a Senator and not a Congressman, this is a good thing

Thank you, Sen. Sanders! We need more like you in Congress!

[dumbcat]

239. Senators are Congressmen

SECTION 1

All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.

You meant "not a member of the House of Representatives". A common error, and almost becoming common usage, but still wrong, nevertheless.

[Feeling the Bern]

256. Thank you for the correction. IT was not needed, but thanks. Understand that Congressman is easier

to type than "member of the House of Representatives" when it is 2:30 AM and your eyes are closing.

But thanks for the correction there, sunshine!

[Her Sister]

319. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[Rex]

187. It is good to see the party unifying over this!

Sad that it took this long!

[Lunabell]

199. I hope Bernie stays

He has been a lightening rod for the Democratic party. We have needed this influx of activism not seen in years.

[Her Sister]

320. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

321. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[wisteria]

210. Seriously, Sander's had nothing to do with this.

It wasn't his idea. I am pleased he is supporting this action, but not everything the Dems do is contributible to Sander's. He has voted against gun measures in the past. And, Clinton has championed restricting access to guns .

[ehrnst]

212. Thank you.

[peace13]

228. What point are you trying to prove?

Your comments only serve to push people away from Clinton. Good work. I would love a link to Hillary's support to restricting access. To be clear, the civil conversation here only works if everyone complies. Let's work together.

[wisteria]

236. My point, Sander's had nothing to do with this.

Praising him and crediting him for someone else's efforts is wrong. Educating a few people on the facts, is important. I don't get your point about Clinton. I was not saying she had anything to do with this either.I was simply pointing out their voting records and opinions on this issue. Sorry you don't like it, but facts are facts.

[peace13]

332. You know, Sander's would be the first person to say he had nothing to do with it.

The very FIRST. There is a way to say things. You may not know it but people bite their tongues around here every day. Not Necessary to get into the records if your problem was improper credit being given! Enjoy the day!

[Her Sister]

322. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[peace13]

334. Rep. Lewis is an awesome man and an inspiration.

I am aware of his great work and so happy that he took it to the floor. I am certain that Senator Sander's is also proud and thankful for all that Representative Lewis does to make this world a better place. It is a pity that Sander's had to be brought into this at all. These are two fine people. Not cool to demean either of them.

[Her Sister]

335. Not demeaning anyone. Setting the record straight because as you said

It is a pity that Sander's had to be brought into this at all.

[Her Sister]

323. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[peace13]

337. Seriously.....

...hate can not drive out hate, love drives out hate...words from another great person who would be disgusted by so much of what we do.

Solve this problem by keeping Bernie out of it! Talk to the poster about your issue. Use words of understanding and then maybe we can all come closer to getting along. Be the first to step forward!

I hope you have an awesome day! Life is so short to waste it!

[johnp3907]

218. Photo op.

[peace13]

226. Thanks for proving a point.

Boom...right on time!

[FlaGranny]

220. There are really

a lot of silly arguments in this thread. Of course Lewis is responsible for the sit in. Kudos to Bernie for showing up to show his support. Why all the argument?

[riversedge]

222. Very early in Hillary's campaign, she took on the NRA. And she campaigned

vigorously on this issue throughout her campaign. I will give credit where credit is due on the issue of keeping the gun issue up front-week after week--at her stump speeches, and meeting with moms of those killed, etc etc.

[Her Sister]

324. Totally with you! Quoting you:

riversedge
222. Very early in Hillary's campaign, she took on the NRA. And she campaigned

vigorously on this issue throughout her campaign. I will give credit where credit is due on the issue of keeping the gun issue up front-week after week--at her stump speeches, and meeting with moms of those killed, etc etc.

[NoMoreRepugs]

223. Of course lots of Dem politicians are spineless and the POTUS

wasn't progressive enough yada yada yada....... here in 'Merica we really have only two choices - Dem or Repug - my conscience and beliefs since I was old enough to vote made me a DEM - I choose to move ahead with the party of my choice and watch some things not change for the worse or go back in time and on occasion some things actually improve our lot as a nation


just sayin'

[BlancheSplanchnik]

229. I agree.

It takes a leader to make the first move, especially when fear or habit is stopping people from doing the right thing. Others will follow.

[Maru Kitteh]

240. And that leader was John Lewis. How small of so many to try to take that away

from this great icon of our time and instead make it all about Bernie. It's reprehensible, don't you agree?

[bravenak]

249. I do. I agree. It's gross

[BlancheSplanchnik]

250. Yes. Definitely John Lewis led this.

As I finished that first post I realized that it moves in steps.

John Lewis made this happen. Which will lead to further inspirations.

Bernie amplified the growing awareness of the corruption of democratic process, and the assault on the rest of us by the $$$ elite.

President Obama leads by being a consistent example of right intention, compassion for real people, intelligence, hard work, and integrity, and inspired the movement among people to take action on issues.

Not that we didn't before him, but during the chimpy years, people had gotten pretty close to giving up.

[Number23]

259. I agree, Kitteh. I agree 100%

How small of so many to try to take that away from this great icon of our time and instead make it all about Bernie.

100%.

[Her Sister]

325. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[BlancheSplanchnik]

343. Awesome--great post and pics!

Respect!!!

[Her Sister]

326. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[BlancheSplanchnik]

344. No, you're right. I posted an amendment to my first comment

when someone pointed out the same mistake.
My post, #250 I tried to clarify what was going on in my mind.

[RoccoR5955]

231. Leave it to Bernie to do this.

He really DOES deserve to be president of WE THE PEOPLE.

[rbrnmw]

247. what did he do?

I think it was John Lewis who did this

[bravenak]

248. I have no idea why Bernie gets the credit for what John Lewis did

[LongtimeAZDem]

251. My guess is that it is a coping mechanism; anything good that the Democrats do this seaon

will be due to "Bernie inspiration"

[bravenak]

252. Very silly and erases the accomplishments of others

I hope they knock it off soon

[randome]

262. It was the same thing with OWS. The Arab Spring was solely inspired by OWS.

I think the French Revolution was, too, come to think of it.

[RoccoR5955]

260. Whatever. n/t

[Her Sister]

329. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[RoccoR5955]

349. Like I said...

Whatever!

[Her Sister]

351. Okee!

[RoccoR5955]

350. I think that you should

Look again at the history of the civil rights movement for around the past 60 or so years

[Her Sister]

327. YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013

2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

328. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

[RoccoR5955]

352. Then why should we credit Bernie for ANYTHING?

It's not as if he won anything, any way, is it?

[Her Sister]

353. Honestly I just went back to the convo above and you're not making sense to me sooooooo

I'm picking up my stuff and leaving -nicely of course.... See ya later!........... and am gone....

[awoke_in_2003]

234. John Lewis doesn't need motivated by any one...

Maybe Sanders should try motivating his democratic senatorial companions to start fighting back against republican disrepect of Obama by refusing to even consider any of his SC nominees, imstead of meekly quivering in the corner like scared little sheep.

[Sheepshank]

253. WOW.....

this is so off I don't even know where to start.

[randome]

261. I know, right?

It was Katherine Clark and John Lewis who came up with this idea. Lewis & Clark.

[DLCWIdem]

267. shouldn't it be up to Lewis to say what or who motivated him to protest

After all, it was his issue and he was the one to protest. He doesn't need anyone to speak for him.

[Her Sister]

268. Let's not credit Bernie for the accomplishments of John Lewis.

YEAR 2013: Rep. John Lewis adds arrest # 45 - after Peaceful SIT-IN Capitol ~ in 2013 (GD 2016)


2013

U.S. Rep. john Lewis, D-Atlanta, and seven other Democratic congressman were arrested today outside the Capitol in Washington, D.C., during an immigration protest.

According to Lewis' office, the civil rights icon was arrested at approximately 4:15 p.m. Buzzfeed reports that Lewis and fellow Congressmen Joe Crowley, Raul Grijalva, Luis Gutierrez, Jan Schakowsky, Keith Ellison, Al Green, Charlie Rangel joined more than 100 activists and started a "peaceful sit-in blocking a street in the front of the Capitol." The protest was part of the Camino Americano Rally for Immigrant Dignity and Respect, an effort to restart immigration reform in Congress.

Lewis has been placed in handcuffs "at least" 45 times, his spokeswoman says. He was arrested more than 40 times during the Civil Rights Movement. Since serving in Congress, he's been arrested five times.

"He was arrested twice at the South African embassy protesting apartheid, twice at the Embassy of the Sudan protesting genocide in Darfur and today he was arrested to demand dignity and respect for immigrants," his office said.

http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/10/08/congressman-john-lewis-adds-arrest-no-45-at-least-to-rap-sheet

[Her Sister]

269. Yes in 2013 got arrested for a sit-in in front of Capitol to try to advance immigration reform.

Yes in 2013 Rep. John Lewis got arrested for a sit-in in front of Capitol

to try to advance immigration reform. BRAVO!

[Her Sister]

270. A SIT-IN ~ in 2013. Rep. John Lewis.

Arrested. Along with other Congress-members plus about 100 activists!