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Tennessee Republicans Aim to Break Up State’s Lone Democratic District
Protesters denounced a redistricting effort led by Tennessee Republicans that would slice up Memphis, a majority-Black city, and Shelby County into three districts. The new congressional map would threaten Democrats’ hold on their lone remaining House seat in the state.
“Black voters matter.” “Memphis is Black. There’s no denying that.” “Don’t touch me — don’t touch me.” “Is there anything I can do or say to get you to leave?” “Hands off — Memphis.”
Protesters denounced a redistricting effort led by Tennessee Republicans that would slice up Memphis, a majority-Black city, and Shelby County into three districts. The new congressional map would threaten Democrats’ hold on their lone remaining House seat in the state.
By Axel Boada
May 7, 2026
