Tag: Tennessee
‘Not giving up’: Expelled Black Tennessee lawmakers are reinstated as movement...
The Nashville Metropolitan Council unanimously voted Monday to restore Jones to office, and he was sworn in Tuesday. Pearson is being sworn back in Thursday.
Is the GOP becoming the American fascist party?
What occurred in Nashville last week is a frightening reminder of the fragility of American democracy when Republicans obtain supermajorities and no longer need to work with Democratic lawmakers.
No Justin, no Peace: Expelled TN Rep. Justin Jones reinstated after...
The Metropolitan Council of Nashville voted 36 to 0 on Monday to reinstate him.
Expelled Tennessee Democrat says GOP is threatening to cut local funding...
"This is what folks really have to realize," said former state Rep. Justin Pearson. "The power structure in the state of Tennessee is always wielding against the minority party and people."
Tennessee Republicans move to expel 3 Democratic lawmakers for supporting student-led...
“This is authoritarianism,” Tennessee state Representative Justin Jones says of attempts to remove him. “This is an assault on our democracy."
Tennessee signs bill increasing penalties related to political protests to felonies,...
Tennessee signs bill increasing penalties related to political protests to felonies, which could revoke right to vote
Fifth correctional officer pleads guilty to beating inmate and covering up...
“Correctional officers must abide by and adhere to the same laws they take an oath to uphold and enforce.”
Two additional correctional officers charged with assaulting mentally ill inmate
“Correctional officers must abide by and adhere to the same laws they take an oath to uphold and enforce.”
A vote to retire two coal-fired power plants passes despite Trump’s...
"It is not about coal. This decision is about economics."
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Vance’s popularity crisis: Can the RNC afford to keep him on the ticket?
Polling reveals deep unpopularity for GOP vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance, raising questions about the Republican Party’s strategy and the potential consequences for the 2024 election.
American healthcare workers demand Biden and Harris end support for Israeli assault on Gaza
As President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, American healthcare workers who volunteered in Gaza urge U.S. leaders to end Israel’s assault, citing the atrocities witnessed firsthand.
Public opposition to Project 2025 surges as Trump distances himself
Awareness and disapproval of Project 2025 increase significantly despite Trump’s attempts to disassociate from the controversial conservative policy agenda.
730 million people faced hunger last year: A global crisis demanding urgent action
The latest UN report reveals alarming levels of hunger and malnutrition, highlighting the need for urgent political and financial commitments to address food insecurity worldwide.