A review by karimorton33
March: Book Two by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin
5.0
Wow, what an important graphic novel, that everyone should read. It's heartbreaking what has happened to black people throughout history. Just 55 years ago they were fighting for their right to eat where they wanted and go to movies, among other things. Equal rights are still being fought for today. I like how these novels integrate President Obama's inauguration with historical events. At the back of book two, there was the full original draft of SNCC Chairman John Lewis' Speech to the March (on Washington August 28, 1963) and I think it's still relevant today. Some select quotes:
- We all recognize the fact that if any radical social, political and economic changes are to take place in our society, the people, the masses, must bring them about.
- Our minds, souls and hearts cannot rest until freedom and justice exist for all people.
- We must say, "Wake up, America. Wake up!!!" For we cannot stop, and we will not be patient.
- We all recognize the fact that if any radical social, political and economic changes are to take place in our society, the people, the masses, must bring them about.
- Our minds, souls and hearts cannot rest until freedom and justice exist for all people.
- We must say, "Wake up, America. Wake up!!!" For we cannot stop, and we will not be patient.