We need leadership that brings us together, no matter what we look like or where we were born, and heals the racial wounds that have plagued our country, instead of dividing us.
Read MoreThe group will capitalize on the energy at the top of the ticket to ensure immigrant voters and progressive allies cast their vote to elect pro-immigrant champions up and down the ballot.
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Tuesday night, immigrant youth announced their plans to ensure the voters in our lives are registered and ready to cast their vote for pro-immigrant champions up and down the ballot on November 3rd.
Read MoreIn first round endorsements, the group will work to elect Gabby Salinas (HD97) and re-elect Rep. Gloria Johnson (HD13) for state House of Representatives.
Read MoreIt's time to come together to support champions up and down the ballot that will fight for all of our communities.
Read MoreThis month the Tennessee state legislature adjourned for the third time this year. And instead of working to make sure our families have the support we need to overcome the pandemic, they passed a slew of harmful bills that do nothing to strengthen our communities.
Read MoreIn the middle of a deadly pandemic, the state legislature has made its priority clear— and it's NOT protecting hard-working Tennesseans from COVID-19.
Read MoreThousands of immigrants in Tennessee like me are working on the front lines of the pandemic, keeping communities healthy, safe, and fed, but so far many have been left out of Congress’s efforts to provide care and economic relief.
Read MoreWhile many Tennesseans, including refugees, are worried they won't be able to put food on their tables, stay healthy while going to work, or be safe from police violence, state legislators are using this moment to push through laws that would pave the way for Tennessee to be the first state to shut our doors to refugees instead of working to find real solutions for our families and communities.
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While lawmakers discuss giving immunity to businesses who sacrifice their workers’ health for profits, workers demand policies that create enforceable workplace protections.
Read MoreLast week, the Trump administration released a memo outlining their latest attack on DACA recipients.
Read MoreHealthy Workplaces, Healthy Communities provides guidance to state and local policymakers
Read MoreAmid global pandemic and civil unrest, lawmakers attempt to bar refugees from finding safety and opportunity in the state.
Read MoreNASHVILLE - Today, the State Government Committee of the Tennessee General Assembly House of Representatives advanced HJR0741 (Weaver), a resolution to condemn Governor Lee's decision to continue refugee resettlement and to challenge his authority to do so.
Read MoreAfter More Than 14,000 Doors Knocked, 21 TIRRC Votes-Endorsed Candidates Win
Read MoreImmigrant Rights Organization Releases Slate of Council Endorsements for Runoff
Read MoreA year ago today, TIRRC Votes officially launched as a new political movement to build power for immigrant and refugee communities and build a pro-immigrant majority in Tennessee. Can you believe it’s only been a year?
Read MoreOn August 1, pro-immigrant voters and candidates won big in the Nashville Metro elections. Of our 21 endorsed candidates, 20 of them were elected or advanced to the run-off election. Together, we took a huge step toward electing a city government that will pass bold, progressive policies to defend our values and protect our families.
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