Well, first of all, we see what`s taking place and what accommodated January 6th just in the terms of the efforts of the insurrectionists who almost thwarted the peaceful transfer of power in an attempted coup. And so, it`s extremely important that we pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.
Barbara Lee stresses the urgency of passing voting rights legislation in light of the January 6th events.
Share
More from Bill Lee
So far as we know, the Department of Correction followed exactly the protocol that was outlined and vetted and approved by the attorney general’s office.
It’s a tragedy, and it’s deeply disturbing that that has happened in this state. The people deserve better than that.
I hope that Tennessee governor Bill Lee’s decision to postpone the last execution scheduled for this year will give lawmakers time to consider the subject seriously.
Carrying out a lawfully imposed sentence is among the State’s most serious responsibilities, and the people of Tennessee expect it to be done in a manner that is not only legal and constitutional, but is effective.
Other voices in this conversation
