Political Rewind with Bill Nigut | July 29, 2020

A file photo of the late Congressman John Lewis.
Credit: Ben Arnon/Magnolia Pictures

Wednesday on Political Rewind, the body of Congressman John Lewis returns to Georgia today as the nation celebrates the life of a civil rights icon.

Former Congressman Buddy Darden served with Lewis when he first came to Washington.

Darden said Lewis built a reputation for hard work and keeping his work. According to Buddy, Lewis would often say, "The best politics is doing your job."

Panelists:

Buddy Darden  ̶  Former 7th District Congressman

Donna Lowry  ̶  Host, Georgia Public Broadcasting's Lawmakers

Tharon Johnson  ̶  Founder and CEO, Paramount Consulting

Joe Crespino  ̶  Professor of American History, Emory University

 

Listen to Political Rewind with Bill Nigut weekdays at 9am and 2pm on Georgia Public Broadcasting.

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