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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rep. Justin Jones Takes Legal Action Against Tennessee House Speaker for Unconstitutional Expulsion"

Tennessee Democratic Rep. Justin Jones has filed a federal lawsuit challenging his expulsion from the state House in April and the House rules that restrict lawmakers' floor comments. Jones argues that Republicans violated his free speech rights by repeatedly blocking him from speaking during debates and infringed upon his constitutional due process rights during the expulsion proceedings. The lawsuit seeks to have the expulsion and House rules declared unconstitutional, restore Jones' benefits and seniority, and award damages and costs. Republicans defended the expulsions as necessary to maintain order and promote civility, respect, and accountability.

via PBS NewsHour|

#expulsion #free-speech-rights #house-rules

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Rep. Justin Jones Takes Legal Action Against Tennessee House Speaker for Constitutional Violations

Tennessee Representative Justin Jones has filed a federal lawsuit against Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton, alleging that Sexton and other defendants violated his First Amendment rights by blocking him from expressing his views on critical issues. Jones claims that he suffered injury-in-fact after being denied his right to speak and participate in committees. The lawsuit also alleges violations of the Due Process Clause and Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Jones argues that he was treated differently than similarly situated white House members for the same conduct.

via News Channel 5 Nashville|

#cameron-sexton #first-amendment #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Tennessee Lawmakers Engage in Controversial Silencing Tactics During Special Session

The GOP-controlled Tennessee House of Representatives voted to silence Democratic Representative Justin Jones, who was expelled earlier this year, during a special session on public safety following a mass shooting. Jones accused Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton of silencing him because he had proposed a vote of no confidence against the speaker. Jones plans to call for another vote of no confidence when the next legislative session begins. Little legislative progress has been made during the special session, with a stalemate between the House and Senate. Gun-related legislation has been largely ignored, despite calls for action from gun control advocates.

via CNN|

#democratic-party #gop #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Tennessee Reps. Pearson and Jones move forward after primary drama.

Tennessee Reps. Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, who were expelled earlier this year for their gun control protest on the House floor, have advanced past an election hurdle. Pearson defeated his Democratic opponent in his Memphis district and Jones was unopposed in his Nashville seat. Both lawmakers will face Republican opponents in the Aug. 3 general election. Pearson and Jones were reinstated by local officials days after their expulsion and have since gained national prominence. They have been vocal advocates for gun control and have pushed for a variety of gun control changes beyond what Republican Gov. Bill Lee has proposed.

via The Associated Press|

#democratic-primaries #gun-control #justin-jones

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Bears' Justin Jones slams "obnoxious" Packers fans for lack of football knowledge.

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Justin Jones called Green Bay Packers fans "obnoxious" and said "half of them don't even know football." Jones expressed his desire to beat the Packers and hear the boos from their fans. With Aaron Rodgers now in New York, the Bears see an opportunity to turn the tide against their division rivals. The Bears open the season against the Packers at Soldier Field and don't travel to Lambeau until Week 18.

via NFL.com|

#aaron-rodgers #chicago-bears #green-bay-packers

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Bears DT Justin Jones slams Packers fans as "s***ty" and "obnoxious" in press conference.

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Justin Jones called Green Bay Packers fans "s***ty" and "obnoxious," adding that "half of them don't even know football." Jones made the comments unprompted during a media availability and expressed his desire to beat the Packers on their home field. The Bears and Packers are expected to be in a wide-open NFC North race this season, with their first matchup in Week 1 in Chicago. Packers fans will have to wait until Week 18 to respond to Jones' comments in person.

via Yahoo Sports|

#chicago-bears #football #green-bay-packers

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Bears DT Justin Jones Roasts Packers Fans and Aaron Rodgers in Press Conference.

Chicago Bears' defensive tackle Justin Jones expressed his hatred for the Green Bay Packers and their fans in a press conference, admitting he wished Aaron Rodgers was still in town so he could send him off with a proper loss. Jones called Packer fans some of the worst he's encountered in his career and wasn't afraid to use colorful language. His comments have been welcomed by Bears fans who have endured years of losing to their rivals.

via Sports Mockery|

#chicago-bears #green-bay-packers #justin-jones

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Oprah's Inspiring Speech at TSU Graduation

Oprah Winfrey delivered a keynote address at Tennessee State University's graduation ceremony, encouraging graduates to listen to their hearts and make a difference in the world. She also praised Tennessee State Representatives Justin Jones and Justin Pearson, who were expelled from the state legislature for leading a gun-reform protest, but have since been reinstated. Winfrey's philanthropy work in Nashville includes a $2 million donation for food relief to 10,000 local households.

via Tennessean|

#education #graduation #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Tennessee lawmaker's powerful gun violence protest tactics.

Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones attempted to carry a baby-size casket onto the Tennessee House floor to protest gun violence and call for stricter gun laws. Jones and other protesters marched to the state Capitol to protest a bill that would make it easier for teachers to carry firearms at school. Tennessee has few restrictions on guns, and no permit is required to openly or concealed-carry a handgun. Gun violence is a public health crisis in the US, responsible for more than 38,000 deaths annually.

via BuzzFeed News|

#gun-violence #justin-jones #politics

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Caskets used as powerful symbols in Tennessee Capitol protests.

Rep. Justin Jones brought an infant-sized casket into Tennessee's Capitol as protesters calling for gun safety legislation outside the Capitol were blocked from bringing caskets inside. Jones was barred from bringing the casket onto the House floor, briefly passing it off at the doorway to fellow Rep. Justin Pearson. The fatal shooting of six people at a Nashville private school last month kicked off a stream of calls for changes to Tennessee’s gun laws, including a ban on assault weapons, tougher background checks and a “red flag” law.

via ABC News|

#gun-control #infant-casket #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Tennessee lawmaker's somber protest against gun violence.

Rep. Justin Jones, a Democrat, carried an infant-sized casket into Tennessee's Capitol as protesters calling for gun safety legislation outside the Capitol were blocked from bringing caskets inside. Jones was barred from bringing the casket onto the House floor, briefly passing it off at the doorway to fellow Rep. Justin Pearson. The fatal shooting of six people at a Nashville private school last month kicked off a stream of calls for changes to Tennessee’s gun laws, including a ban on assault weapons, tougher background checks and a “red flag” law.

via Yahoo News|

#gun-control #infant-casket #justin-jones

activism2 years ago

The Activism and Politics of TN Rep. Justin Jones and Dr. Jessica Johnson.

Justin Jones, a prominent activist in Nashville, has been involved in civil rights and social justice movements for years. He has organized and participated in numerous protests and demonstrations, advocating for issues such as police reform, racial justice, and voting rights. Jones has faced arrest and legal challenges for his activism, but continues to fight for change in his community.

via WZTV|

#activism #civil-rights #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Tennessee Politics: Controversy, Violence, and Gun Laws.

First-year state Rep. Jody Barrett, a Republican and attorney in Dickson, said he voted against the expulsion of state Rep. Gloria Johnson due to her attorneys pointing out “factual inaccuracies in the resolution that was under consideration” before the expulsion vote April 6. Johnson, D-Knoxville, was not expelled during the vote. Johnson, Jones and Pearson all faced expulsion after they approached the House podium between bills during the session without being recognized, breaking chamber rules.

via Tennessean|

#expulsion #gloria-johnson #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Controversial Actions of Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones and the Tennessee Three

Newly reinstated Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones was caught on surveillance footage throwing a traffic cone at a driver during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest outside the state Capitol. Jones, who was recently expelled from the state legislature for leading a gun control protest, claimed that the driver was hurling racial slurs at the protesters and that he was not violent. Jones and fellow Democrat Justin Pearson were both reinstated earlier this week after being expelled from the Tennessee House of Representatives.

via New York Post |

#black-lives-matter #expulsion #justin-jones

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Tennessee GOP's Democracy Problem: Leaked Audio, Assault, and Expulsion

Newly unearthed surveillance footage shows reinstated Tennessee lawmaker Justin Jones hitting a driver with a traffic cone during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest outside the state capitol. Jones was expelled from his position for leading a gun control protest on the House floor following the Covenant School shooting that left six dead, but was reinstated days later. Jones has continued his activism as an elected official and faced charges after District Attorney Glenn Funk secretly went to the grand jury in an attempt to indict him for participating in the protests in an 'aggravating' manner.

via Daily Mail|

#blm-protest #expulsion #gun-control