TED Talks Daily The fight for civil rights and freedom | John Lewis and Bryan Stevenson
Dec 28, 2020
John Lewis, a civil rights leader and longtime U.S. congressman, reflects on his lifelong struggle for justice alongside Bryan Stevenson, a lawyer dedicated to fighting racial injustice. They discuss the critical importance of voting and share powerful stories from pivotal moments like the Freedom Rides and the March on Washington. Lewis inspires young activists with his message of making 'good trouble' and emphasizes that when faced with injustice, one must always speak out and take action.
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Learning Nonviolence
- John Lewis learned nonviolence in Nashville.
- He believed in respecting everyone's dignity, even when facing violence.
Strategic Activism
- The decision to go to Selma wasn't spontaneous but strategic.
- They assessed the presence of leadership and potential for organization.
Freedom Rides & Training
- Rigorous training prepared activists for stressful situations.
- John Lewis nearly died on the Freedom Rides but felt God kept him alive.