Posted on Apr 16, 2023
Fight for democracy in Tennessee isn't over, progressive organizers say
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A protest for stricter gun laws in Tennessee led to Republicans expelling two House members. Those two, Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, are now back in office.
But progressive organizers in the state say their work fighting attacks on democracy is not over. The removal of Black Democratic lawmakers will not be the last battle they fight against the state's Republican supermajority.
Here & Now's Deepa Fernandes speaks with Tequila Johnson, executive director for the Equity Alliance Fund in Tennessee. Her group works to empower Black and brown voters across the state.
But progressive organizers in the state say their work fighting attacks on democracy is not over. The removal of Black Democratic lawmakers will not be the last battle they fight against the state's Republican supermajority.
Here & Now's Deepa Fernandes speaks with Tequila Johnson, executive director for the Equity Alliance Fund in Tennessee. Her group works to empower Black and brown voters across the state.
Fight for democracy in Tennessee isn't over, progressive organizers say
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I respect their rights to protect but they have to obey the House rules. I disagreed with the expulsion, should have been a simple reprimand
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MAJ James Woods
Yes rules are rules and peaceful protesting is still a right regardless the rules. Protesting within decorum has never been a thing. But the overreaction by the GOP was ridiculous.
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL It is always a Fight to Maintain Democracy, Many want to Eliminate It!
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