U.S. Representative Terri A. Sewell, who has represented Alabama’s 7th district in Congress since 2011, recently used her social media platform to comment on legislative actions in Alabama and commemorate the anniversary of the Freedom Riders.
On May 1, 2026, Sewell posted a statement regarding Governor Ivey’s decision to call a special session of the Alabama Legislature. She wrote: “My statement on Governor Ivey’s decision to call a special session of the Alabama Legislature to dilute the power of Black voters.”
Three days later, on May 4, 2026, Sewell marked the anniversary of the Freedom Riders’ journey through the South. In her post she stated: “65 years ago, the first #FreedomRiders including the late John Lewis began their journey through the South to peacefully protest racial discrimination. They were beaten, arrested, and bombed.
Today, old battles have become new again. This week, Alabama state leaders are trying”.
Later that same day, Sewell urged constituents to take action at the state capitol: “Don’t let state leaders silence our voices and dilute our power. Join me in demanding fair representation tomorrow at the Alabama State House.
Stand up. Speak up. Be heard!”
Sewell is currently serving as U.S. Representative for Alabama’s 7th district after succeeding Artur Davis in 2011 (https://sewell.house.gov/about/full-biography). Born in Huntsville in 1965 and now residing in Birmingham, she holds degrees from Princeton University (BA), St Hilda’s College at Oxford (MA), and Harvard Law School (JD).
Her recent posts come amid ongoing debates over voting rights and representation within Alabama’s legislature.
