August 6th 2023.
Tennessee State Representatives Justin Jones and Justin J. Pearson have returned to office after winning their respective special elections. Both were expelled from the House in April 2023 after protesting gun violence and faced strong opponents in heavily Democratic districts.
After declaring victory, Jones sent a tweet to Republican House Speaker Cameron Sexton, who was the leader of his and Pearson's expulsion. “Well, Mr. Speaker, the People have spoken. The FIND OUT era of politics is just beginning. See you August 21st for special session,” Jones tweeted.
Pearson added on to his colleague's sentiment and stated that they are just getting started. “This is only the beginning for this Movement. We will organize, mobilize and activate to work tirelessly for the day when there are no more calls to respond to mass shootings and gun violence,” he said in a statement.
The victories achieved by the two lawmakers are small wins against the Republican-dominated House. However, they will take their fight to the state capitol on August 21st to continue working towards passing gun legislation. Jones and Pearson have made it clear that they will not be going down without a fight and are determined to make progress.
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