Senator London Lamar
@SenatorLamar
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TN State Senator. Tweets are my own. #ReadyForLondon
Memphis, TN
Joined January 2020
My friend just died of Covid today and the next post I see is my colleagues talking about a special session over mask mandates. I hate it here!! I hate it!.
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Regardless of what the @tnhousegop do, @brotherjones_ will forever be a hero and exposed the fragility and abuse of power held in the TN Legislature. Thank you Rep. Justin Jones for your bravery! A true star to the nation!
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I’m proud to say I was always a day 1 @KamalaHarris supporter in the presidential primary and I’m so excited she’s our VP! #KamalaHarrisMakingHistory.
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I know the @tnhousegop regrets their decision. They literally created 3 mega stars in an attempt to be malicious! The world is watching Tennessee and these two young men!! They deserve all the love and support from the world! @brotherjones_ @Justinjpearson.
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I will never forget this moment! 😭.
👋🏽 GOODBYE to the statue of Nathan Bedford Forrest, KKK GRAND WIZARD. Salute to all the activists and black leaders who made this happen. @brotherjones_ @RepLamar
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It has been my life’s joy to serve as State Representative for Tn House District 91. Tonight the Shelby County Commission voted to appointment me to the TN Senate. With that, I officially resign from my seat in the House of Representatives. I look forward to continuing the work.
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My worst nightmare is now my reality. Traumatic day to be a woman, an American and a Tennessean. My right to control my body has been stripped away.
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While out in the middle of the night supporting citizens who want to bring awareness to the number of evictions happening across the country, I ran into the amazing @AOC @RepAOC!!!! Youngest woman in congress meets the youngest woman in the Tennessee Legislsture!! #ReadyForLondon
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The Tennessee GOP egos are so fragile! They get pushback on one major issue and they ready to throw democracy out the window…. Yet I’m forced to come to work with a positive attitude and they vote to slash my rights away daily!!! Just weak!.
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Supporting Nathan Bedford Forrest is supporting racism. There is no grey area. There is no way around it. You’re either for it or against it. Period.
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God Bless Rep. @VoteGloriaJ and all her advocacy! She is a true fighter for kids and people! It’s an atrocity what they are doing in this moment!
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I’m still trying to come to terms with the fact my colleagues and the Governor just enacted a bill that will strip citizens voting rights for protesting. Just evil.
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There is NOTHING “pro-life” that has come out of Tennessee lately. Complete abortion bans. Foster care system worst in country. DCS. Rape kits. Now HIV funding cut. When I think it can’t get worse, the state proves me otherwise. People are not safe here.
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There is so much to unpack here. I’m not surprised by any of their statements. It’s important to note they emphasized voting together even though it’s wrong. The lack of integrity is troubling!.
⚡️NEW LEAKED AUDIO: TN House Republicans infighting over #TennesseeThree votes. CEPICKY: “You gotta do what’s right even when you think it might be wrong.”🤔. Leadership says Barrett made them look racist, Cepicky says they're at "war", etc. must-listen.
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👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
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Women and babies will die. Tennessee is 9th in the nation for maternal and infant deaths. This number will increase dramatically reversing roe v wade. The opposite of “pro-life.”.
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Tennessee is home to a large number of Black women serving in office! We stand on the shoulders of women who fought and sacrificed so we can serve today. #100YearsOfWomenVoting #BlackWomenLead
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I am having a hard time describing what I witnessed today in the TN Senate, but I know heartbreak seems to fit. I watched a group of elected officials say that due process & fairness doesn't matter.
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Tennessee is bottom 10 in the nation in school funding. Vouchers are a scam. We are using taxpayer dollars to expand a program that doesn’t work. Public schools deserve that funding to continue investing in vital programs and further increasing teacher pay.
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Tennessee GOP threatens Memphis funding over gun referendums - State Affairs Pro— so basically Republicans are saying if you try to reduce gun violence, we’ll steal your money. Very “pro-life”
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The latest Executive Order issued by Governor Bill Lee is truly frightening for Tennessee’s children, parents, teachers and school support staff.
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I will say this! Guns are completely legal in Tennessee AND Ja’s season is over. Did he actually violate any laws or rules? Also how many Grizzlies owners/supporters are republicans who vote against gun reform. The bias in outrage is unfair!.
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Now that Trump has stated he’s fine… I wonder will he consider sensible gun laws? Gun violence is too rampant in our country and I hope this situation changes the minds of his followers and Republican lawmakers.
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I need the same level of outrage for African American kids constantly being shot in Memphis. Let’s not forget them when we talk about gun reform and gun control —— MPD investigating after girl shot near Kirby High School |
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The expelled the two black men and kept the the white woman! The racism that is on display today! Wow!.
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Check your facts first! I introduced SB10 and SB17 to address gun violence before any of the tragedies in Nashville occurred because innocent children in Memphis are being killed! YOUR party members voted against the bills. I’ve always been on the front lines against gun violence.
The same folks so vocal about gun control after the Covenant School shooting didn’t file a single bill addressing gun violence and voted no on every single school safety bill presented in the House. Interesting indeed.
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It’s disgusting the House has joined the Senate in passing one of the most dangerous bills to come out this session… arming teachers with guns! With guns being the leading cause of death of children, more kids are at risk of getting shot. this isn’t pro-life.
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Yall when I say black women are about to go so hard for Kamala!!! Prepare to be sick of me!!!.
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Marsha Blackburn said “a message to Democrats, you will never cancel OUR heroes!”. if that wasn’t the most hate filled speech! The subliminal messaging was very clear about who she represents and it ain’t “us”! #RNCConvention.
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🚨I PASSED MY FIRST BILL ON THE SENATE FLOOR! SB 2150 requires the Dept of Health in collaboration with TennCare to study existing doula certification programs. A step closer to getting coverage for doula services in Tennessee! Thank you again to @HealthyFreeTN for your support!
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If Tennessee can afford huge tax cuts, let’s give it to people who punch a clock for a change — instead of billion dollar corporations. #StateoftheState #Tennessee.
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Sitting here listening to legislation to criminalize protesting. The ability to protest is a constitutional right that shouldn’t be a crime.
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Thanks for sharing @nowthisnews !!.
‘Race is still very much an issue in America and we’re going to have to address it’ — Tennessee State Rep. London Lamar nails why it’s so important to teach kids about systemic racism in the U.S.
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It’s so hard to not care. I’m forced to keep calm because of the vulnerability of my health right now…. But what I’m seeing go down this session is a disgrace. Especially on the Tennessee GOP. Gun violence. women’s health… protecting children. Complete failure.
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Folks are very sensitive right now about where we are going as a country… they should be. Violence has risen over the last few years, rights being stripped away and it’s sad. If you’re mad, head to the ballot box this November.
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I am demanding that @TN_DCS give Deonte and Bianca their children back NOW!!! NOW!.
A Black family from Georgia was pulled over in rural Tennessee. Cops arrested the dad for possession of 5gm of marijuana. Without their knowledge, Children’s Services got a court order to put their 5 kids in state custody, where they remain — a month later
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To sit here and watch Trump disrespect the black female journalist on this panel is cringy. He’s speaking at the Convention of Black Journalists and it’s a reminder why he’s not for us or our community. Can’t even answer a question!.
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It still bothers me that men- who will never have their lives at risk and can never have babies- vote to take women’s choice away. It’s deeply bothersome….
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The state cut unemployment but giving away airline vouchers??? Whatttttttttt! 🤯.
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I had to step out the chamber because my tears won’t stop. .
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It’s taken me some hours to process the blatant disrespect against African Americans from my republican colleagues at the start of black history month. They have taken it too far by attempting to destroy the legacy of the late John Lewis by replacing his street with Trump.
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I’m sad to report that the TN GOP has proposed a map that will eliminate @TorreyHarris901 district and draw him into my district 91. It’s unfortunate that your two youngest representatives are being pitted against each other while it’s possible to maintain all our districts.
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Memphis/ Shelby is a Democratic county and members from county are voting to throw their own out!.
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I am publicly asking @GovBillLee and @CSexton25 to NOT call a special session and allow our local school districts to make the decision on masks. I’m begging you to allow LEAs to keep our babies safe. They know better. As a legislature, we haven’t done the right thing with COVID.
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Thank You Distrct 33 for your support and for keeping me as your State Senator. I promise to continue to fight for Memphis and to work to create better legislation that will positively impact our communities. Next! The November General Election! Let’s go! #ReadyForLondon
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I’m still hurting today.
.@RepLamar: “That was one of the most immoral votes I’ve seen in my short time as a legislator.” . #AshantiPosey
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Happy 4/20 Tennesseans!! I will continue to fight for marijuana decriminalization and legalization in this state! Well over half the states in our county have medical or recreational marijuana. It’s time Tennessee catches up and create a new tax revenue! #LegalizeTheSmoke #420.
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I just passed on Senate floor SB394 which creates a Doula Advisory Committee to establish core competencies and standards for doula services in the state and reimbursement schedules. So honored to pass this bill during #BlackMaternalHealthWeek in support of moms and babies!.
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Thank goodness the federal government did the right thing! Our TN Health Dept was irresponsible for their attempt in the first place— HIV federal funds will reroute to Tennessee nonprofits, state cut out
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While I don’t support anybody waving guns around on pics/videos… when white conservative politicians do it, they get voted into office. When Ja does it, he get suspended. I’m pointing out the inequality in outrage. Both type of groups they represent should be held accountable.
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@RepHarris @kimKBaltimore Exactly! Kim need to fall all the way back! Mayor Scott is keeping it real and that’s what people need to hear!.
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The House just passed a redistricting map that will officially combine @TorreyHarris901 and I into one district. I’m disappointed and it sends a strong message to draw two of the youngest and very effective legislators into one district.
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In 2022 black people should not have to beg to be treated fairly. What we witnessed today was truly sickening. My heartfelt prayers go out to Senator Katrina Robinson and her family! I will continue to advocate for all the issues she championed in the TN State House.
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🔊🔊 Victory!! The TN Historical Commission voted to remove the monument of Nathan Bedford Forrest from our State Capitol!!! Nathan was the first Grand Wizard of the KKK and made millions selling slaves on an aution block in Memphis! Cheers to this major historical moment! 👏🏾👏🏾
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Again, Tennessee is top 10 in the nation for infant and maternal deaths. This number will increase with no increase in healthcare services and a complete ban on abortion.
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Listen! The Historical Commission still has to vote to remove the bust! This is only step 1! Keep on the pressure!.
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Memphis is up! Let’s send Rep. @Justinjpearson good vibes! Pray that the House allow him to continue serving and representing the people of Memphis!
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This is absurd!!!! A nonpartisan state agency ran by the executive branch produced a report telling the truth about our state and in return they get dissolved. Talking about retribution!.
Gov. Bill Lee pushes to dissolve the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth after critical report on foster care. GOP leader: "all the responsibilities of that group are being distributed to other parts of the government”. @TNLookout @stockard_sam.
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Thank you @MSNBC @chrislhayes @allinwithchris ! We must ensure this bust is moved to the state museum!.
"Every day I have to walk in to make legislation for all people of Tennessee, I have to walk past a klansman before I go into the people's house," state Rep. Lamar says about a bust of the first KKK Grand Wizard in the Tennessee State Capitol.
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To all the moms with angel children, we can celebrate too! Make sure you try and find happiness today!.
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I thought the AG office isn’t suppose to be political! That’s mainly why our state has so many lawsuits now. Instead of protecting our state from lawsuits, the AG office is acting like the legislative branch. Smh.
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This is ridiculous! I demand the administration reverse this! ASAP!.
INBOX: Statewide Memo — Tennessee Department of Children’s Services requests all providers “CEASE TRAINING CULTURAL AWARENESS FOR FOSTER PARENT CURRICULUM” because its “IN CONFLICT WITH TRUMP’S EXECUTIVE ORDER” 🤔. @GovBillLee following Dear Leader deeper into the darkness.
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Big shoutout to the @washingtonpost for reading the TN GOP for what they are!!! .Opinion | The fragile flowers of Tennessee’s GOP legislature contravene a basic right - The Washington Post
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Tonight, I will be joining @MSNBC @allinwithchris to discuss the removal of the Nathan Bedford Forrest Bust! Please tune in.
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My water is still running slow. Shower doesn’t work. Trust I’m going to have some uncomfortable conversations with everyone who’s over servicing our utilities and water. This is ridiculous!.
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What is the expectation of black women in elected office when we constantly have to watch bills get passed that we know hurt our communities & reverse efforts of local communities? Stay silent? Not get mad? That’s asking the impossible and it’s unfair and unrealistic.
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We all know if Kyle was black he’d be guilty! The justice system is built in white supremacy -especially when you let Kyle off after he went to a protest with a gun and killed two people! This is ridiculous!.
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The state’s irresponsible decisions regarding women’s health is costing us money! — Tennessee denied federal reproductive health care funds because of abortion law | Chattanooga Times Free Press
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We can’t deny that Kentucky swift leadership and shutting the state down resulted in less cases of the virus. To deny is to overlook facts, no matter how you try and frame it.
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Everyone watching, the republicans who voted to expel the #TennesseeThree have to run again next year! Don’t forget! We need you to come to Tennessee, donate, organize and knock down doors to get them out!.
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MS legislature and Governor votes to remove the confederate emblem from their flag! If MS can take a major symbolic step forward, Tennessee can do the same by removing Nathan Bedford Forrest as a State Holiday and relocate his bust from our State Capitol to a museum! Period.
BREAKING: After 126 years, Mississippi permanently removes its state flag, which features the Confederate battle emblem. A commission will develop a new design later this year. #msleg.
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I’m begging my Republican colleagues to stop playing political games with this pandemic and our kids health and do the right thing. Masks hurt no one! Nobody! Just wear it!.
All 73 members of Tennessee's House Republican Caucus signed a letter asking Gov. Bill Lee to call legislators back to Nashville.
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My Doula bill is up on the Senate floor today! Wish me luck! 🙏🏾 #ProtectMoms #ProtectBabies.
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TN ranks 48th in nation for violent crime and 40th for firearm deaths. Our state is being reckless and irresponsible when it comes to guns. Too many people are dying and the legislature won’t do anything about it but make it worse.
HAPPENING NOW: In the Senate Judiciary Committee, lawmakers are flying through several gun bills. Several intro'd by @SenatorLamar were killed on party-line votes. #TNLeg @wkrn.
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Over half the states in this country have either legalized or decriminalized marijuana! Tennessee loses millions and jails thousands by keeping marijuana illegal! Support politicians like myself who believe in legalization in Tennessee! #420 #Happy420 #Legalize #ReadyForLondon.
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Today the justice system held the Senate responsible for providing fair maps. Too many times the Republican supermajority bends the rules for their own benefit. Here’s another example of their overreach. I hope we can produce a map that is fair and representative of the people.
Court panel rules that Tennessee's House map is constitutional but its Senate map isn't (because the legislature ignored a provision about counties having sequentially numbered districts). The Tennessee legislature has until the end of January to adopt a new Senate map.
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Tune in tonight to @allinwithchris on @MSNBC to discuss today’s legislation that would ban systemic racism from being taught in TN schools.
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A Tennessee preacher is referring to people like me as demons for being a democrat! This is the hateful rhetoric that’s influencing people like the Buffalo shooter and supporters of my colleagues! This is problematic!.
Christian hate-preacher Greg Locke told the people in his Tennessee tent church today, "You cannot be a Christian and vote Democrat in this nation!". He later threatened Democrats watching him, "You ain't seen [an] insurrection yet."
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Y’all act like COVID is some joke or fake disease. People are dying! Literally dying and we making it harder to get vaccines or mad about masks! The foolishness! The lack of care for life! My colleagues are selfish as we are grieving another loss! I hate it here!!.
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I’m always annoyed at how the state forces religion on citizens! I’m a proud Christian but what I know is many of the laws we introduce and/or pass are not of God! .i.e. lynching, discrimination, greed.
INBOX: “I’m a pastor for 20 years — Why would @TN_DCS post this? It feels like propaganda.” . DCS video shows boys at Wilder Detention Center getting baptized. More theocratic behavior by @GovBillLee’s Tennessee. (Wilder was recently reported for abuse —>
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Today our Tennessee House Democratic Caucus elected our new leaders for the 112th General Assembly. I’m thankful to my colleagues for electing me as Secretary and I plan to continue to serve with the upmost integrity and commitment to advance our Caucus forward.
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I sport a smile but the last few weeks of session have been tough. Much of the hateful legislation makes me want to go home and just sulk.
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This is just foolish! It’s just a mask! .People wear seatbelts to keep them more safe not because it’s the ultimate solution. Apply that same logic to masks! If not, republicans will be responsible when more kids potentially die and hospitals can’t handle capacity.
New: Every Republican in the Tennessee House has signed a letter asking @GovBillLee to call them back for a special session to take action on mask mandates in schools, "overreach" by health boards and more.
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The legislature hasn’t accomplished anything that helps the state or working families. Instead they’ve attacked Memphis, put guns in hands of teachers and gave corporations over a billion in tax refunds. Working families got nothing! The majority doesn’t care about citizens.
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Praying that the City of Memphis is not impacted severely by the incoming severe weather. .
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Georgia is in play because of black leadership and voters! Thank you!.
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Praying for all the victims and families impacted by the tragic and deadly shooting at the Collierville Kroger! Devastating news!.
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I’ve never seen so much lack of courage. You have many tn house republican members who don’t even agree with this legislation but are so fearful of losing their seats if they don’t go along with it.
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