On Sunday, March 3, U.S. Representative Terry Sewell (AL-07) will fly Vice President Kamala Harris home to Selma, Alabama, to commemorate the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. Vice President Harris will participate in the march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge and give a speech. In his speech, the vice president honored the legacy of the civil rights movement, noted ongoing efforts to achieve justice for all, and called for fundamental freedoms that are under attack across the country. He plans to encourage Americans to continue the fight. She will be joined by a second gentleman.

“At a time when our fundamental freedoms are under new threat, we honor a president and vice president who have remained steadfast in their dedication to the causes for which foot soldiers marched, fought, and even died. Thank you,” the congressman said. .Sewell. “We look forward to welcoming Vice President Harris to his hometown for a day of mourning, reflection, and rededication.”

Vice President Harris will also visit Alabama in 2022 to commemorate Bloody Sunday, meet with civil rights leaders, participate in a historic march in Selma, and defend the freedom to vote. He gave a speech calling on Congress to protect democracy.