1. John Lewis (1940-2020): A close associate of Dr. King, John Lewis was an American politician and civil rights leader who participated in key movements for racial equality. He was one of the "Big Six" leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, played a pivotal role in the Selma to Montgomery marches, and was a staunch advocate of nonviolent protest. Throughout his life, Lewis continued to fight for the civil rights, often echoing King's message of peaceful activism.
