Congressman John Lewis, "the conscience of the U.S. Congress," has made a career of fighting the fights that matter to the working families of Georgia's 5th District. Living by his slogan, "Find a way to get in the way," Congressman Lewis has led the fight against the current administration's destructive policies that have shifted the American tax burden from the rich to poor while continuing to finance the War in Iraq by cutting Americans healthcare, education, and services for the poor. His unwavering pursuit for justice has inspired millions throughout history to stand up against their oppressor and fight for what is right. While the battles may have changed from ending segregation and securing the right to vote to ending an unjust war and finding quality education and healthcare for the masses the congressman's commitment to service has never wavered.

In addition, Lewis is active on a wide range of issues, including, human rights, voter rights, education reform, defending the rights of workers and their families, strengthening civil rights, raising the minimum wage, assisting individuals with disabilities, fighting for cleaner water and cleaner air, protecting and strengthening Social Security and Medicare, and leading the movement towards the eradication of poverty both at home and worldwide.