I am proud to be from Memphis. We’re talking the Grizzlies #1 fan, don’t argue with me about barbeque, and planning my 901 area code tattoo.

I can’t say that I’ve never been disappointed in Tennessee, though. Watching the Republican-led, retaliatory expulsion hearings of the Tennessee Three reminded me why.

But here’s the thing: what happened two weeks ago in my home state is something we have to pay attention to if we’re serious about saving democracy.

In one click, read what I think the case of Tennessee Three has taught us about our fight against MAGA Republican extremism.

READ THE BLOgThanks for all that you do.

Chloe Owens
Senior Digital Strategist, Stand Up America