As Congress discusses historic legislation to improve Medicare and access to health care for all, we remember a titan of health care and equity, Rep. John Lewis, as this weekend marks the anniversary of his passing. Often called “one of the most courageous persons the Civil Rights Movement ever produced,” Rep. Lewis dedicated his life to protecting human rights, securing civil liberties, and building what he called “The Beloved Community” in America.
The Center was privileged to recognize John Lewis and his extraordinary leadership in advancing access to affordable health care and justice for all as our 2019 Sen. Jay Rockefeller Lecturer. We will not forget that gift or Rep. Lewis’ call to action to “make a way out of no way” in the fight for health care as a human right.