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John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action in Manchester

By News Release | July 16, 2024

Courtesy photo

Late Congressman John Lewis

Event by Open Democracy NH

From Manchester NAACP: https://naacpmanchesternh.com/

Time: Wednesday, July 17, 6 – 7pm EDT

Location: 1589 Elm St Manchester, NH 03101

July 17, 2024 marks the 4th anniversary of the passing of the late Congressman John Lewis. On that day, countless activists will come together in events across the country to commemorate his death and more importantly his life work to secure voting rights for all people.

As a part of this effort Open Democracy will be holding a Candlelight Vigil in Manchester. We will be holding candles in Congressman Lewis’s memory and signs advocating for the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, the Freedom to Vote Act, and the Native American Voting Rights Act carrying on his mission of equal voting rights for all. RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/633765/

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