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I didn't align with the man politically, but I admire how much of his life he spent working to improve this country for others. A life well lived.

He's known politically for ending racial segregation.

He did many things in Congress unrelated to civil rights. Those votes are not in alignment with many, who still respect him.

Which votes?

This is not a place to go into points of disagreement.

Yes, hence the working to improve the country comment. He was also a representative for over 30 years.

I'm going to guess that you wouldn't align with me politically either, but I'm heartened by your good will.

We need more of this -- finding agreement despite differences.

Well said. It's important to remember that we have far more in common with those we disagree with than we do dividing us.