#WeDecideTN

#WeDecideTN is a coalition of groups from across TN, brought together to empower local communities against state interference.

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

NEW REPORT: Big corporations are tying the hands of local lawmakers through state interference and it’s happening at an alarming rate in #Tennessee. Read the full report from We Decide TN here:
https://t.co/FOXlcfx6Dv
#TNLeg #WeDecide

[PowerSwitch Action (🦋 @powerswitchaction.org) @powerswitchact]

Our communities are starting to unmask the corporations driving these bans and fight for our communities’ freedom to care for each other.

After all, WE are the people our elected leaders are supposed to represent, not corporations. ✊

[PowerSwitch Action (🦋 @powerswitchaction.org) @powerswitchact]

For example: AT&T pressured state lawmakers to block municipalities from expanding their own broadband infrastructure to areas that need it, restricting access to employment and education opportunities for thousands of rural Tennesseans.

[PowerSwitch Action (🦋 @powerswitchaction.org) @powerswitchact]

According to @StandUpNash/@wedecidetn's new report, corporations have pressured TN state lawmakers to pass an alarming number of state bans on local policymaking that harm TN communities – particularly low-income, Black, and brown communities.

[PowerSwitch Action (🦋 @powerswitchaction.org) @powerswitchact]

🚨 New research from @StandUpNash & @wedecidetn exposes corporations driving state bans on local policymaking in TN. And this isn’t just a TN problem — It’s happening in states all across the country.

Check out the full report 👉https://t.co/QJjnWxGGmG

Here’s what’s happening👇

[Local Progress @LocalProgress]

A new report from our partners @The_LSSC found that state legislators have introduced at least 650 abusive preemption bills so far this year that usurp the power of local govs in setting their own policies.

More on the impact of these harmful bills ⤵️

https://t.co/QacLgs75XI

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

State interference in Tennessee is having a real impact on people’s lives. From access to healthcare, funding public education, and affordable housing - the consequences are far-reaching. Check out our report for more info about state interference in TN. https://t.co/0niBlUSDfX

[A Better Balance @ABetterBalance]

NEW REPORT from @wedecidetn: Big corporations are tying the hands of local lawmakers through state interference and it’s happening at an alarming rate in #Tennessee. Read the full report from @wedecidetn here: https://t.co/x7nNrriOzr

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

ICYMI…our latest State Interference Report highlights how local elected officials are being limited in their ability to solve problems within their own communities. Our report explores the impact of state interference in TN. Learn more here! #WeDecideTN https://t.co/0niBlUS5qp

[The_LSSC @The_LSSC]

Abusive preemption legislation “creates this culture of fear almost for local officials,” Feroza Freeland from @ABetterBalance told @TheProspect These types of bills have run rampant in TN in recent years. Learn more about how preemption has plagued TN: https://t.co/YQty1Btgj8

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Did you know that state interference can impact everything from paid sick leave to environmental protection? Our 2023 State Interference Report examines how state restrictions on local decision-making impacts everyday Tennesseans. #WeDecideTN
https://t.co/0niBlUS5qp

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Whether it is improving wages, expanding access to broadband, or affordable housing, state interference is limiting the power of local elected officials to solve problems for their communities. Our new report explores the impact of this practice in #Tennessee.

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Interested in knowing more about state interference and how it harms local democracy in Tennessee??

Check out our State Interference Report here:
https://t.co/FOXlcfx6Dv

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Join us TONIGHT at 6pm to hear about state interference and how it impacts the entire state of Tennessee!

Remember to RSVP here for the virtual meeting link: https://t.co/vJzME7td6p

Hope to see you tonight!

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Join us TOMORROW to fight against corporate-backed lawmakers who seek to rig our local democracy against everyday working people.

Don't miss our virtual statewide assembly on Thursday, May 4th at 6:00 pm CT!
#WeDecideTN #TennesseeForAll

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Join us TOMORROW to fight against corporate-backed lawmakers who seek to rig our local democracy against everyday working people.

Don't miss our virtual statewide assembly on Thursday, May 4th at 6:00 pm CT!
#WeDecideTN #TennesseeForAll

[A Better Balance @ABetterBalance]

@wedecidetn and @TN4ALL are joining forces to fight back against the corporate-backed lawmakers rigging our local democracy against regular working families.

Join us for a virtual statewide assembly on Thursday, May 4 @ 6:00pm CT! RSVP here: https://t.co/hLZ2Gufp29

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

‼️ Join us Thursday, May 4th for our Statewide Assembly ‼️
#localauthority #localgovernment #tennesseelegislature

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

We Decide TN and Tennessee For All are joining forces to fight back against the corporate-backed lawmakers rigging our local democracy against regular working people.

Join us for our virtual statewide assembly on Thursday, May 4 @ 6:00pm CT!

RSVP here: https://t.co/vJzME7td6p

[Votes For All @VotesForAllTN]

This Thursday: Join the Tennessee For All Statewide Assembly! @wedecidetn @TN4ALL #TennesseeThree #TennesseeLegislature #LocalControl https://t.co/7HwKTnv3ko

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

We Decide TN and Tennessee For All are joining forces to fight back against the corporate-backed lawmakers rigging our local democracy against regular working people.

Join us for our virtual statewide assembly on Thursday, May 4 @ 6:00pm CT!

RSVP here: https://t.co/vJzME7td6p

[#WeDecideTN @wedecidetn]

Check out this thread about the harmful implications of HB433 on counties across TN. 🧵

[Tennessee Public Education Coalition @TNPublicEd]

Vote NO on HB433 - Vouchers are becoming mor & more unacceptable in TN because citizens are realizing vouchers waste our tax dollars by funding private schools!