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“A war of words escalated between the president-elect and a civil rights icon. Donald Trump fired back at democratic Congressman John Lewis after Lewis said he did not see Trump as a legitimate president.”

Quote by Al Sharpton

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Al Sharpton, born on October 3, 1954, is an American minister, civil rights activist, and political commentator. He is known for his leadership in civil rights and social justice movements, particularly in the areas of opposing police brutality and advocating for equal rights. more

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