Georgia Democrats narrow 131 applicants for John Lewis' congressional seat to five nominees.
There were 131 candidates who submitted applications to be the party nominee, according to the Democratic Party of Georgia. Applicants had until 6:30 p.m. Sunday to apply.
Congressman John Lewis is photographed in his offices in the Canon House office building on March 17, 2009, in Washington, D.C.
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