Rep. Hank Johnson, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing Georgia’s 4th district, recently shared reflections on significant historical events through his social media platform. His posts commemorate pivotal moments in American history that have shaped the nation’s journey toward equality and justice.
On March 6, 2025, Rep. Hank Johnson remarked on the infamous Supreme Court ruling in Dred Scott v. Sanford. He stated: “168 years ago, SCOTUS issued its most deplorable ruling in Dred Scott v. Sanford, declaring Black people were not—and were never meant to be—U.S. citizens, embedding racism into our Constitution’s fabric.” He acknowledged the importance of the 14th Amendment in overturning this decision and emphasized the progress made since then.
The following day, March 7, 2025, Rep. Johnson paid tribute to those who participated in “Bloody Sunday,” marking its 60th anniversary with a tweet: “60 years ago on ‘Bloody Sunday,’ over 600 brave souls marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, facing brutal attacks from state troopers.” He highlighted their role in paving the way for the Voting Rights Act and securing protections against racial discrimination.
Later that day, Rep. Johnson shared his personal involvement in commemorating “Bloody Sunday”: “Today, on the 60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I am marching across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma and remembering my friend John Lewis and all the other brave leaders that we honor today.” His participation underscores his commitment to honoring civil rights leaders and their legacy.
