In Nashville, Capitol Tantrums Come With a Bill — and Tennessee Dems Just Received It
We’ve reported on the tantrums, theatrics, and disruptions radical Dem lawmakers brought to the Tennessee House of Representatives on May 7. Although Democrats have been on the warpath nationally over redistricting, they really, really pout — and even allegedly shove state troopers — when they don’t get their way.
But for every action there is a reaction, and the leftists are really going to shriek over this one. You see, Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton (R) just yanked all their committee assignments.
If you’re going to fool around, don’t be surprised when you find out:
The message: the House is not your personal protest space, and you don’t get to just turn it into another out-of-control, unhinged rally whenever the mood suits you.
Sexton’s letter on Tuesday put House Democratic Leader Karen Camper on notice that such shenanigans will not be tolerated. This is what Democrats think is normal behavior these days:
The letter cited several incidents, including:
- Interlocking arms in the well of the House
- Blocking aisles on the House floor
- Encouraging disruptions with protesters and attendees in the gallery
- The use of prohibited props and noisemakers
- “Flagrant disregard” for House rules
Sexton also alleged members distributed earplugs to another Democratic lawmaker during the demonstrations.
State Rep. Justin Pearson (D-Memphis), who, as we reported, was one of the worst of the worst when it came to delinquent behavior, is already crying and charging “racism!” because to him, that’s at the heart of almost every issue.
Cry harder. Or, just try behaving like an adult next time.
What were they so upset about? Our Becky Noble reported on the battle as it unfolded in early May:
Since the recent Supreme Court ruling affirming that racial gerrymandering of congressional districts is unconstitutional, many states with a majority of Republican districts have decided to play by the same rules the Democrats have long played by and redraw their maps, eliminating districts held by Democrats. The latest to do so is Tennessee, where, on Wednesday, Tennessee Republicans released a newly proposed congressional map. The new map would eliminate the state's sole Democratic district.
The legislature quickly approved the new map, and GOP Gov. Bill Lee signed it into law on May 7. The Democrats, obviously, were incensed, even though they were big-time cheerleaders for Virginia’s crazy redistricting scheme, which the state Supreme Court ruled was in violation of Virginia's Constitution, and California’s power grab with Prop. 50, a successful ballot measure that many pundits believe shredded the Golden State’s own constitution.
The Democrats keep starting many of these redistricting fights — only to freak out when they lose. We also reported on yet another GOP win:
Missouri High Court Smacks Down Redistricting Challenge & Referendum End Run
Look on the bright side, Tennessee House Dems: many of you will have a lot more time on your hands to go out and protest ICE or scream “Jim Crow 2.0!” or whatever floats your boat.
What you won’t be doing for the time being is serving on committees.
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