State Democrats wore white to Thursday’s vote. Here’s why.
Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, left, speaks during a news conference after a special session of the state legislature to redraw U.S. Congressional voting maps Thursday, May 7, 2026, in Nashville. (George Walker IV/AP)
The 30 state Democrats all wore white Thursday in a silent protest supporting voting rights.
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Tennessee State Legislature Karen Camper Sen. London Lamar voting rights redistrictingJody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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