WATCH: “Safe neighborhoods don’t mean building private jails to lock people up— let’s get to the crux and do some early intervention.”

Rep. Sam McKenzie & Rep. Gloria Johnson say we can’t incarcerate our way out of a crime problem, should #ExpandMedicaid among other things.

Chairman John Ray Clemmons of Nashville & TN Black Caucus of State Legislators Chairman Rep. Sam McKenzie of Knoxville will hold a joint press conference TODAY @ 11:00 AM. The Chairmen will make a significant announcement regarding education. Will be streamed on FB.

We couldn’t have said it better.

All House TN House Democrats walked out of Session today in solidarity with Rep. Justin Jones and the public who were both unfairly silenced.

We live in a democracy—and that democracy doesn’t stop at the state border or the halls of the State Capitol.

“…the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

We are heartbroken for Matt, Kim and the Kredich family. As a graduate of UT’s FUTURE program, Ben enriched our community and showed us what courage looks like. The Kredich family is part of our Volunteer family, and we will support them as they process this terrible tragedy.

Democratic Minority Leader Karen Camper-

Davidson County Chancery Court Judge Anne Martin has just issued a temporary restraining order barring the TN House of Representatives from enforcing their sign ban

TN legislators begin a special session this afternoon. Common sense solutions to gun violence have broad support: safe storage of firearms, strengthened background checks, & red flag laws. This is an opportunity to address solutions that a super majority of TN voters want!

The people of Knoxville elected me to take action on the challenges facing our state. Guns are now the LEADING cause of death among American kids.

Knoxvillians have told me loud & clear they want ACTION on gun reform.

We need progress during this special session not apathy!

Here at TN Gen Assembly to speak up for gun control.

Knoxville loves the Big Yeller bus — and she loves you right back! Another amazing turnout in East Tennessee on the road to special session. #OurKidsDeserveBetter #GetOnTheBus

I had an absolute blast being on a panel for middle school students participating in the Freedom School Summer Program. They presented on their soil contaminates experiment, focusing on lead, and were fabulous! Kudos to the teachers and scientists who worked with them!

Saddened to hear of the passing of Tank Strickland, former longtime City of Knoxville Director & Knox Co. Government Commissioner.

I’m eternally grateful for his mentorship. We spoke most everyday & I learned so much about public service from this dedicated man.

Thank you, Tank.

Standing room only tonight at beckcenter for the TN Black Caucus tour stop in #Knoxville .

NEW! The Tennessee Black Caucus will hold a town hall meeting at the Beck Cultural Exchange Center on June 16. Rep. Sam McKenzie told Knox News that attendees can expect broad discussion to address key issues impacting Black Knoxvillians. knoxnews.com/story/news/loc…

On Memorial Day, we honor America's fallen heroes who gave their last full measure of devotion to this nation.

We'll never be able to repay the debt we owe them.

But today, we rededicate ourselves to the work for which they gave their lives, and we recommit to supporting the…

May God bless our fallen heroes.

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Children are more than one single test score. This haphazard legislation has brought chaos to so many families across Knoxville & Tennessee this weekend.

We HAVE to change it.