"John Lewis really became a giant through his examples that he set for all of us." White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany tweeted on Saturday: "Rep. John Lewis was an icon of the civil rights movement, and he leaves an enduring legacy that will never be forgotten. We hold his family in our prayers, as we remember Rep. John Lewis' incredible contributions to our country." He tweeted later: "Saddened to hear the news of civil rights hero John Lewis passing, Melania and I send our prayers to he and his family." John Lewis was born in Troy, Alabama on February 21, 1940, the third of 10 children.

Source: Daily Nation July 19, 2020 08:48 UTC