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Re: The GOP’s Conspicuous Absence from Selma
Shadows of Selma hang low over bipartisan delegation
Leaders in attendance include Senator Tim Scott, RNC Chairman Reince Priebus, Rep. John Lewis, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, President George W. Bush, and many more.
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“We hold these truths to be self-evident,” former vice president Biden said during a campaign event in Texas on Monday. "All men and women created by — you know, you know, the thing.”
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Re: The GOP’s Conspicuous Absence from Selma
Turns out Rep. John Lewis has quite a few GOP admirers
Members of both political parties descended upon Selma, Alabama earlier today. Partisan politics were shelved as members of Congress were unified in remembering the sacrifice of those who marched for freedom.So how did Republicans commemorate the day?Take a look:
[quote888]Such a special day in Selma as we celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the #SelmaToMontgomery marches. #Selma50 #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/2SSja0VGlt— Rep. Bradley Byrne (@RepByrne) March 8, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]This picture really encapsulates the day. It was an honor to experience the trip w/ @repjohnlewis #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/rl6mMaLLb8— Rep. Kevin Yoder (@RepKevinYoder) March 8, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888].@RobPortman: "I’m A GOP Senator & I’m Marching In Selma On Bloody Sunday. Here’s Why" #OHSen pic.twitter.com/wGI4dmz5NY— NRSC (@NRSC) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]I joined Rep. John Lewis – his bravery on this bridge 50 years ago was a turning point for civil rights. #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/CWpM2wFRDY— Rob Portman (@senrobportman) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888].@RepJohnLewis thank you for sharing your memories about what happened here 50 years ago. #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/zaFLYCL2nd— Tom Emmer (@RepTomEmmer) March 8, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]With Margaret on the Edmund Pettus Bridge and the great @repjohnlewis. Thank you for an amazing day #Selma50 #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/ZCoi9SOUqS— Rep. Martha Roby (@RepMarthaRoby) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]At the base of Edmund Pettus Bridge with one of the original foot soldiers from #BloodySunday. #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/w9cVAWAcSF— Rep. Will Hurd (@HurdOnTheHill) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]What an experience. Indescribable the feeling as we walk across the bridge. #Selma50 #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/uFvRDLbeeW— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]"Listening to civil rights attorney Fred Gray who got court order allowing 2nd march" — SC pic.twitter.com/t5h4bUqcGa— SenatorSusanCollins (@SenatorCollins) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]From early this morning on the bus to Selma sitting w/AL @senatorsessions #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/AR1FSIBwhR— SenatorSusanCollins (@SenatorCollins) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]No matter how often I am able to talk with @repjohnlewis I remain in awe of his strength and dignity. #Selma50 #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/DMbeQHrhBt— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888].@RepCurtClawson in front of Brown Chapel. Sign reads "Still leading the March from struggle to salvation" #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/zeujwl1eNn— Faith & Politics (@FaithNPolitics) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]With @Reince Priebus at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/ChkakuIrJn— Rep. Will Hurd (@HurdOnTheHill) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]Great to be in Alabama for #Selma50! #FPI15 @GOPLeader pic.twitter.com/Kdg1Ig5RT1— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]Honored to stand with the Congressional delegation on steps of historic 16th Street Baptist pic.twitter.com/xEpyfmQwrb— Gary Palmer (@USRepGaryPalmer) March 6, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]Pres George W. Bush, First Lady Laura Bush, Pres Barack Obama & First Lady Michelle Obama on stage in Selma #FPI15 pic.twitter.com/6AFgw9WSBh— Faith & Politics (@FaithNPolitics) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]Proud to have been part of @FaithNPolitics pilgrimage and visit the site of the historic Selma March. #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/EghtuGrZIk— Reince Priebus (@Reince) March 7, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]Appreciate President & Mrs Bush being in Selma today. Got a selfie w/ a great photobomb from Rev. Frederick D. Reece pic.twitter.com/aFKjoHFMbW— Rep. Martha Roby (@RepMarthaRoby) March 8, 2015[/quote888]
[quote888]@SenatorTimScott @SenatorCollins welcome to Alabama @ALGOP #Selma50 pic.twitter.com/91kZX1oCjR— Terry Lathan (@ChairmanLathan) March 8, 2015[/quote888]8][/quote888]
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“We hold these truths to be self-evident,” former vice president Biden said during a campaign event in Texas on Monday. "All men and women created by — you know, you know, the thing.”
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Coupled with the R-tribe trying to limit voter rights this snub will be just one more nail in their coffin. Somewhere along the line they have to learn that if they want to win National elections, they are going to have to honor ALL Americans and their rights.
This general Selma snub will be long noticed and pointed out (as it should).
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http://“Commemoration requires legislation. Selma isn’t just a photo op, it’s a solemn remembrance of the blood, sweat, tears, and lives that went into securing voting rights for racial minorities in this country,” he said. “The Bloody Sunday march is not a parade, and it is hypocritical for members to attend the event and then do nothing to advance a VRA restoration.” - from the below linked article
Awesome. They got in their selfies and tweets. Now what?
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