Sanford D. Bishop Jr. tweeted the following:
"(1/3) I am saddened to learn of the passing of Rev. Charles Sherrod, a friend and an integral part of SNCC during the Albany Movement and the Civil Rights Movement. Rev. Sherrod was a paragon of public service who worked tirelessly to uplift Georgians and champion civil rights."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Sanford D. Bishop Jr.:
"(2/3) He brought this principled perspective to all his work whether it was as the first African American Albany city commissioner or a professor at @AlbanyStateUniv. Vivian & I send our deepest condolences to his wife & family, and pray for them during this difficult time."Read on Twitter"Read on Twitter
"(3/3) Those that knew him best will feel the full weight of his loss, but our community is better off because of his legacy. I hope that his memory will burn brightly and serve as a role model for generations to come. bishop.house.gov/media-center/p"Read on Twitter"Read on Twitter
"(2/2) Important Deadlines for the Nov. 8th elections:Register to vote by Oct. 11Early voting dates: Oct. 17 - Nov. 4Learn more at the GA SoS website: sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/h" on Oct. 7Read on Twitter
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