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TexasTowelie

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Thu Oct 16, 2025, 01:01 AM Oct 2025

"Tennessee Three" Democrat Justin Pearson launches bid to unseat Rep. Steve Cohen - CBS News



Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson, who was briefly expelled from his legislative seat in 2023 after leading a gun safety protest on the floor of the state's General Assembly, has launched a bid to unseat 76-year-old Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen. Pearson argues the party needs new voices and perspectives. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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"Tennessee Three" Democrat Justin Pearson launches bid to unseat Rep. Steve Cohen - CBS News (Original Post) TexasTowelie Oct 2025 OP
cant find a republican to run against? nt msongs Oct 2025 #1

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