Politicians who died on March 29

Take a focused look at the politicians who passed away on March 29. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2001 John Lewis

  John Lewis was an influential American civil rights leader and politician who played a key role in the struggle for racial equality in the United States. He served as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 5th congressional district from 1987 until his death in 2020 and is widely recognized for his leadership in the Civil Rights Movement, especially as chairman of … [bio]