The March on Washington was a March for Jobs and Freedom. There are still too many people who are unemployed or underemployed in America - they're black, white, Latino, Native American and Asian American.
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The press is supposed to serve as a check on government.
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What this quote means
The media's role is to monitor and critique government actions and decisions.
John Lewis emphasizes the essential function of the press as a watchdog that holds the government accountable. A free and independent press is crucial for democracy, as it ensures transparency and informs citizens about government activities, allowing for informed public discourse and action.
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PressGovernmentAccountabilityDemocracyMedia
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of free speech, you might say, 'As John Lewis articulated, the press is supposed to serve as a check on government.'
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We need someone who is going to stand up, speak up, and speak out for the people who need help, for the people who have been discriminated against.
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