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Black lawmakers use power in Tennessee legislature
Eight black Democratic lawmakers leverage GOP-Democratic split to shape Tennessee’s 87th General Assembly. They help block redistricting and civil service bills, while securing attention to minority rights and wage issues, signaling a rare two party dependence on black votes.
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Nashville, Tenn
Tennessee
Deep South
87Th General Assembly
House
Senate
Memphis
Alvin King
House Democratic Caucus
Ned McWherter
King
Alvin
McWherter
Tennessee Senate
Sen
Avon Williams
Nashville
General Assembly
Senate Commerce Committee