“Those leaders who understood truth must never be stifled or silenced when it is on behalf of the people.” Those fighters for freedom and liberty and justice,” Harris said. “We are here understanding the broad shoulders upon which we all stand. Introduced by Nashville Mayor John Cooper, Harris took the stage at Fisk University's Memorial Chapel before a packed crowd.Įarly into her remarks, the vice president recognized the significance of where she’s speaking, a local HBCU (historically Black college and universities) that educated civil rights leaders like Diane Nash and John Lewis. She concluded, “We will speak with truth, we will speak about freedom and justice, and we will march on.” Vice President Harris on Tennessee Three: 'It was about who they were representing' “We will not be defeated, we will not be deterred, we will not throw up our hands when it’s time to roll up our sleeves,” Harris said, drawing deafening applause as she reached the end of her remarks. “We need you all.”īookending her speech, Harris returned to civil rights leaders Diane Nash and John Lewis, saying they started as young leaders just like those in the audience.Įspecially with the push for gun reform, Harris said it’s a pivotal moment for young leaders to step up. When we need in these moments in time people who have something in them that is about empathy, about care, about a sense of responsibility for their brother and sister,” Harris said. “Your voices are part of the conscience of our country. Vice President Harris to young leaders: 'We need you all'Īfter addressing Thursday’s events and the Tennessee Three, Harris concluded her remarks with a message for the whole audience. What happens when Tennessee House members get expelled? Here are some answers.Tennessee legislative expulsions: From sexual misconduct to opposing rights of former slaves.Tennessee three: What to know about the House Democrats targeted for expulsion by Republicans.Expulsion vote thrusts Tennessee politics onto the national stage, could set precedent.Metro Council members vow to send Justin Jones back to House.Harris met with the lawmakers at Fisk University, where there was a community event at the Memorial Chapel.Ĭatch up on more of our coverage and follow along for live updates. The story has thrust Tennessee politics to a national stage, prompting statements of support for the "Tennessee Three" from Democratic leaders across the country. Johnson maintained her seat after the resolution to remove her failed by one vote. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville, led gun reform protests from the House floor following the mass shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville. Pearson, D-Memphis, were expelled from the House after the two lawmakers, along with Rep. Vice President Kamala Harris met with the three lawmakers who battled this week for their seats in the Tennessee House of Representatives.įormer Reps. View Gallery: VP Kamala Harris meets with Tennessee Three
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |