"It's exciting to see it going up and exciting for the significance of what it represents and what it's replacing," Basil Watson said about the installation of the statue of John Lewis, emphasizing the shift in meaning from a Confederate monument to a symbol of civil rights.
The decision to replace the Confederate monument with Lewis's statue symbolizes a broader cultural shift towards acknowledging and honoring civil rights leaders, particularly in the wake of national protests during 2020.
The statue of John Lewis, a 16-foot-tall sculpture, captures his legacy and love for humanity, representing a pivotal change in how the community commemorates its history.
Amid the backdrop of racial justice movements, the removal of the Confederate obelisk and the installation of Lewis’s statue reflect a significant moment in Decatur’s evolution towards inclusivity.
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