Embedded Supermajority: The Roll Call
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Jun 25, 2024 Lifelong conservative moms Melissa Alexander, Mary Joyce, and Sarah Shoop Neumann return to face a GOP-dominated legislature in Tennessee. They broaden objectives beyond gun control to protest bills on abortion, education, police violence, and LGBTQ rights. The women contemplate unseating a lawmaker, challenge pro-gun Republicans, and navigate political landscapes. Personal struggles, transformative journeys, and advocacy at the state Capitol add depth to their story.
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Expulsions and a Hungarian Visitor
- Three Tennessee Democrats used a bullhorn on the House floor to support gun control protests.
- Republicans expelled them while the Senate welcomed a Hungarian think tank leader tied to a far-right leader.
Tennessee's Democracy Ranking
- Tennessee's democracy is backsliding, according to political scientist Jake Grumbach's index.
- The state ranks last due to gerrymandering, voting access issues, and poor legislative responsiveness.
Covenant Moms' Return
- The Covenant mothers returned to the legislature more prepared after an unsuccessful special session.
- They encountered protests on various issues, broadening their focus beyond gun control.