Congresswoman Lee Remembers the Life and Legacy of Dr. Gardner C. Taylor
Oakland, CA –Congresswoman Lee issued the following statement on the passing of Civil Rights legend and icon, Dr. Gardner C. Taylor.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Gardner C. Taylor. He was icon in the Civil Rights Movement and a renowned faith leader. He was a prophetic preacher that was unwavering in his stance to speak truth to power.
Dr. Taylor’s voice was reverenced across our nation. He understood the needs of the people and his accomplishments are reflective of that truth.
Noted as the ‘Dean of Black Preachers’ and awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Dr. Taylor’s life should remind us that we must continue our work to ensure justice and equality for all.
He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time."
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Congresswoman Lee is a member of the Appropriations and Budget Committees, the Steering and Policy Committee, is a Senior Democratic Whip, former chair of the Congressional Black Caucus and co-chair of the Progressive Caucus. She serves as chair of the Whip’s Task Force on Poverty and Opportunity.