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Who is Marsha Blackburn? continued from page 8
Constitution. We should be so honored and blessed that we have one that is by and for the people -- giving the power to the people . It enshrines our freedoms. The US Constitution is so unique and truly worth celebrating! Would you consider the US Constitution a ‘Living’ document? Our Constitution sets forth powers that are considered foundations and enshrines (protects) our freedoms.
time opening doors to help women and girls. Yes, I did have these issues; it is not just a job for men, it is a job for people who have strength of character and want the best for their communities.
On August 18, 1920, Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the 19th Amendment, making women’s suffrage legal in the United States. There is a Woman Suffrage Memorial in downtown Knoxville in Market Square to honor state suffragists. The square is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The memorial is dedicated to local white suffragists: Elizabeth Avery Meriwether (Memphis), Lizzie Crozier French (Knoxville), and Anne Dallas Dudley (Nashville). African American women also played a crucial role in the struggle for suffrage in Tennessee. Juno Frankie Pierce, for example, established voter education organizations. Pierce and others also helped register other African Americans in their communities. These women recognized that voter turnout was an important aspect of suffrage.
What is the most important thing in your job, what do you do? I help Tennesseans as they navigate the federal government and federal agencies. We have 6 offices in the state with
Can the Constitution be changed?
There is a process to allow for amendments and goes through a ratification process. For instance, the 19th amendment for women to vote,
caseworkers who help to solve problems.
Tennessee played a significant roll by being the 36th and final state to ratify that amendment. What does an Oath to uphold, mean? When you take an Oath to uphold to defend the country and protect people, you are standing on those
What advice would you give to the kids today? STAY OFF TIKTOK! TIKTOK is a Chinese Communist party surveillance tool. They dress it up! They make it appear fun and festive and harmless. It is very harmful! Stay off TIKTOK! Also, be sure to have a curious mind and ask lots of questions! Don’t be afraid to ask questions, that is how you learn!
constitutional principles that have held firm. People know where they stand. The Constitution does not shift or change with each administration. The constitution has principals that everyone shares. As a woman, did you find it difficult to get ahead in your career? I am the Sr Senator of the State of Tennessee. Yes, there has been difficulty for women to move ahead and receive recognition. I spend a lot of
Remember, Marsha was a kid just like you!
source: https://www.nps.gov/articles/ tennessee-women-s-history.htm
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