Tennessee Black Caucus

Official Twitter account of the Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators (TBCSL).

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

🔥The first week of the 2025 legislative session is in the books, & your TBCSL members are already making moves! Congratulations to the new leadership officers!
•Chairman- Rep @JesseChism
•Vice Chairwoman- Sen. Charlane Oliver
•Treasurer- Rep. @vincentdixie54 (cont.)

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

It was great joining Njideka Akunyili Crosby — a gifted Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist — to unveil our first portrait together. This piece reflects so many chapters of Michelle and my story, and we’re thrilled that it will be on display in the Hope and Change lobby at the Obama Presidential Center starting this Juneteenth.

[Harold M Love Jr. @HaroldLoveJr]

My statement about the recent Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act and the call for a special session of the TN General Assembly to redraw our Congressional map.

[Harold M Love Jr. @HaroldLoveJr]

HB1942 will be heard in the TN House of Representatives today. The bill if passed will make law enforcement aware of drivers who have difficulty communicating if they are involved in a traffic stop. #loveinthehouse

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

At the end of each panel, attendees will participate in #billworkshops to create actionable solutions. Also a luncheon & dynamic #speaker you don’t want to miss!

#Register by Nov 5th at https://t.co/qyY1397jg9

#BlackExcellence #PeoplePoweredPolicy

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

Join us in Nashville, Nov 7–8 for the 2025 TBCSL Foundation #BlackLegislativeSummit & Awards Reception!

Nov 7th | 7–9 PM — Honoring TN’s top Black leaders & #changemakers. Open to the public!

Nov 8th | 8am-4pm — Panels on #Education, #Business, #Healthcare, #Justice & more!!

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

Join us Oct 15th at @germantownpubtn in #Nashville for the TBCSL Leadership & Educational Foundation 2025 Fall Fundraiser! 💪🏾

Come connect, give back, & help power policy that uplifts Black Tennesseans. ✊🏾 #TBCSL #FallFundraiser #BlackExcellence #TBCSLSummit2025

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

(Cont.) last year’s retreat!
https://t.co/Z6DDTMCVdg

#TBCSL2025 #BlackExcellenceInAction #PeoplePoweredPolicy #TNVoices #FromCommunityToCapitol #TennesseeLeadership #CommunityPower

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

📣 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 TBCSL Black Legislative Summit — happening November 8th at the Scarritt Bennett Center in Nashville!
Join us to hear from amazing panelists sharing legislative updates & solutions on healthcare, education funding in Black communities,

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

(Cont.) Plus, stay tuned for the announcement of our keynote speaker! Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard & help shape Tennessee’s future. ✊🏾 Click the link below to register now for the 2025 TBCSL Black Legislative Summit & check out some photos from

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

(Cont.) & help shape laws that impact our everyday lives. Real change starts in the community. Let’s keep building, together. Enjoy our recap!

#ProgressInAction #TBCSL #2025Recap #BlackExcellence #PowerInCommunity #EquityForAll #TNLeg #Tennessee #OurVoiceOurPower #2025

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

#2025Recap The TBCSL continues to fight for justice, equity, & real representation in a society where African Americans face relentless attacks on education, voting rights, economic opportunity, & healthcare access. Once again, we pushed back — advancing legislation that protects

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

(Cont.) a tough legislature — proving what’s possible when we organize & lead together. Collective power gets results. 🙌🏿

🗣️ This summer, we’re taking the conversation across the state with our Annual Statewide Town Hall Series. We need YOU there — to speak & share your concerns

[Tennessee Democratic Party @tndp]

🚨 PSA: Representative @vincentdixie54’s account has been hacked. Please disregard any posts made or messages sent in the last week while they work to regain access. 🚨

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

officials & organizations for sharing this event with their communities & attending! Your support and dedication are invaluable. We couldn’t do this work without your efforts in keeping your constituents informed! Let’s continue this good work!

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

Earlier this week, the Nashville community came together at #PleasantGreenMBC for the ‘Stand Up 4 TSU Action Meeting’, where the #TBCSL & TSU Interim President Dr. Tucker spoke on the critical changes happening at @tennstateu . We discussed how we got here, the challenges (cont.)

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

thrives for future students. Let’s stand up, speak out, & protect the legacy of TN’s only public #HBCU. TSU’s future is our future!
A huge THANK YOU to our Treasurer, @vincentdixie54 for his vision for this event! Also many thanks & appreciation to our local elected (cont.)

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

Stay tuned—this year, we’re turning #vision into #action! 💪🏾✊🏾 #BlackLegislatorsLead #EquityInAction #PolicyForThePeople #BlackExcellenceInPolitics #TBCSL2025

[Tennessee Black Caucus @TNblackcaucus]

#schoolvouchers, #HurricaneHelene relief, and a troubling anti-immigration bill. From championing #economicjustice and education equity, to fighting for #criminaljusticereform and healthcare access, we will continue working to build a brighter future for our communities. (cont.)