Archive for May 2020
Elizabeth Warren’s personal endorsement of Gloria Johnson
A special education teacher with 27 years of classroom experience, Gloria Johnson knows firsthand the challenges that families face. Whether she’s fighting to ensure every child has access to a meaningful, high-quality public education, making sure no family goes broke paying for a medical bill, or standing up to corrupt corporate special interests, Gloria is…
Read MoreState’s unpreparedness causes frustration for thousands
By: Larry Van Guilder The good intentions behind the legislation mean nothing if the state system is broken. Over the past weeks, state Rep. Gloria Johnson has learned just how broken Tennessee’s system is as she tries to help desperate constituents with their unemployment claims. Read more here>>
Read MoreMajor Steps Forward for Paid Family & Medical Leave in Tennessee!
By: A Better Balance “No one in Tennessee should have to make the impossible choice between caring for themselves or loved ones and maintaining their financial security,” said Representative Johnson. “We have an opportunity to lead on this issue and support Tennessee families without burdening employers.” Full story here>>
Read MoreRep. Gloria Johnson says she will file resolution to expel David Byrd during special session
By: Natalie Allison A Democratic state lawmaker says she will file a resolution to expel Rep. David Byrd from the General Assembly during the August special legislative session. Rep. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville, confirmed her plans on Wednesday to move forward with attempting to get the House of Representatives to vote on Byrd’s removal. Read full story…
Read MoreGloria goes back for seconds, clashes with banana Republicans
By: Betty Bean Gloria Johnson stood on the House floor for nearly 45 minutes waiting for Speaker Glen Casada to recognize her to speak. He ignored her.Read more here>>
Read MoreTenn. lawmaker shocked Democrats were locked in House chamber
By: Jim Matheny Rep. Gloria Johnson (D-Knoxville) was at Central High School in Knoxville to present awards to students Friday morning. She spoke to WBIR 10News about a bizarre incident where House Speaker Glen Casada (R-Franklin) ordered State Troopers to lock Democrats inside the House chamber. Read full story here>>
Read MoreTennessee Rep. Gloria Johnson proposes paid family medical leave insurance
Tennessee Rep. Gloria Johnson proposes paid family medical leave insurance Rep. Gloria Johnson introduced her proposal, “Tennessee Family Insurance Act,” on Jan. 8. She said it would help people care for new babies and ill loved ones. Watch full story here >>
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