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Power in Words

Dear Congressman John Lewis,

I have continued reading your book. It’s gets more and more powerful with each page I turn. In this section of the book, they are broadcasting the discrimination and disenfranchisement happening in the south.  It infuriated me a little bit when the government purposely cut off Mrs. Fannie Lou Hamer while she shared testimony. The lengths that people will go to cover their own backs is unbelievable. Was it your intent to make your audience feel how that event made you feel? Also, I enjoyed hearing about your influence and work in Africa. I a curious though, at which point does Sheriff Clark stop giving the people so much trouble? In 2019, we could solve this problem by registering to vote from the comfort of our homes. Registering to vote online is what most people prefer to do to avoid waiting in long lines. 

Best Regards, 

Kia Holmes