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Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) released the following statement today on the passing of Evelyn Gibson Lowery:

“Today we mourn the loss of Mrs. Eveyln Gibson Lowery, a leader of the Civil Rights Movement and a dear friend to many Members of the Congressional Black Caucus. Mrs. Lowery used her life to improve the lives of countless others in her community and across the country.

“As wife of Rev. Joseph E. Lowery, Mrs. Lowery stood beside and behind her husband as they worked together on behalf of those who were discriminated against and disenfranchised. As an activist and founder of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Women, Inc., the sister organization to the SCLC, Mrs. Lowery worked to ensure all individuals, no matter their race, gender, age or religion were left out of or left behind in the movement to secure civil and human rights for all. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Mrs. Lowery also founded the Drum Major for Justice Awards, which has recognized the influence of countless leaders within the Civil Rights Movement for more than 30 years.

“We celebrate the life of Mrs. Lowery and honor her contributions to our nation and to our world. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rev. Lowery and his family during this very difficult time.”

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