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Social media reacts to John Lewis cancer diagnosis with messages of support

Rep. John Lewis announced Sunday he has been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer

1. Lewis was physically attacked and injured several times marching for civil rights in the '60s. 2. He was the youngest speaker in 1963's March on Washington. 3. President Obama awarded Lewis the Medal of Freedom, the highest honor a civilian can receive. 4. Lewis has spent decades protesting injustice. He has been arrested 45 times, including 5 times as a congressman. 5. He has also written several acclaimed books, including a graphic novel about Selma.
By Courtney Kueppers
Dec 29, 2019

U.S. Rep. John Lewis announced Sunday that he has been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer.

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The politician and civil rights icon said he will seek treatment and plans to remain in office.

“I have decided to do what I know to do and do what I have always done: I am going to fight it and keep fighting for the Beloved Community,” Lewis said in a statement Sunday. “We still have many bridges to cross.”

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Not long after Lewis’ announcement, fellow politicians and supporters sent Lewis words of encouragement on social media.

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