Opinion: Death of police officer requires action, accountability
John Gillespie
John Gillespie represents Tennessee House District 97, which includes most of East Memphis and parts of Cordova. He is vice chairman of the criminal justice committee.
“Keeping criminals off our streets and encouraging good parenting are crucial steps in improving public safety in Tennessee,” state Rep. John Gillespie, R-Memphis, writes. “This remains my priority.”
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