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John Lewis’s Own Words Highlight Ceremony As He Lies In State At U.S. Capitol

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Ted Johnson As John Lewis’s casket was placed in the Rotunda at a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, the most moving moment was when House Speaker Nancy Pelosi had a recording played of his own words.“Never become bitter.

Never become hostile. Never hate. Live in peace. We’re one. One people and one love,” Lewis said, as the socially distanced crowd of lawmakers and family members rose to their feet and gave him a standing ovation.Broadcast and cable networks aired the ceremony, and further coverage this week as Lewis lies in state at the Capitol on Monday and Tuesday.

His body then will be flown to Georgia on Wednesday, where he will lie in state at the state Capitol, before a funeral on Thursday in Atlanta.

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