Conservative parents in Tennessee navigate new politics post-school shooting. Controversial decisions strain their beliefs and relationships. They grapple with the aftermath and the impact on their advocacy work. How will they reconcile their views with the changing political landscape?

A mother, Melissa Alexander, advocates for gun control measures after a school shooting. The podcast discusses her efforts at the Tennessee statehouse and the support she finds from Republican senator Richard Briggs, who represents a more moderate faction of the GOP. The episode explores the challenges faced by lawmakers on issues like economic relief, party politics, abortion bans, and running for office, highlighting the complexities of navigating political pressures.

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.