TN State Rep. Shaundelle Brooks knows the devastating toll of gun violence. Her son, Akilah DaSilva, was killed in the 2018 Waffle House mass shooting. Since then, Shaundelle has fought to ensure that no one else has to suffer the same grief. Akilah should be here. @natrixdreammom.bsky.social

Akilah, my precious baby boy! I miss and love you more than words can express. Another BIRTHDAY without your physical presence, yet your light still shines so brightly. I hold your smile, your laugh, and every memory close to my heart. I will carry you with me until we meet again.🩵😢 #LongLiveAkilah!

Today and every day, we salute our veterans, the heroes who’ve served our nation with honor and strength. Let’s continue to support them in our communities, from access to healthcare and housing to opportunities for success after service! Thank you for your service! #SupportVeterans #VeteransDay

“I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for their minds, and dignity, equality, and freedom for their spirits.”  — Dr. Martin Luther King

On Nov. 1, over 700,000 Tennesseans will lose access to the food they depend on through SNAP. Call Congress at (202) 224-3121 and demand action — stop the delay and ensure every Tennessee family can put food on the table. #SNAP #Tennessee #FoodSecurity #FightLikeAMom

Honored to attend the Nashville State College Workforce Training Center Open House. This center is a vital investment in our community creating pathways to jobs, new skills, and brighter futures for students 🩵 #NashvilleState #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityGrowth #EducationMatters #FightLikeAMom

“You want to do something about crime? Do something about poverty”—- Rep. Justin J Pearson @justinjpearson.bsky.social

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let’s stand together in love, hope, and action. 💕 Early detection saves lives — schedule your mammogram, do your self-checks, and encourage the women you love to do the same.🩷 #BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection

I’m honored to receive @Brady_PAC’s endorsement .As a mother, and a legislator, this support means the world. Thank you, for standing with me in this mission to end gun violence for Akilah and all families impacted by tragedy. 🩵🙏🏾 #AkilahsLaw secure.actblue.com/donate/brooksc…

It’s time to make Tennessee a Gun Violence Prevention Majority State!! #AkilahLaw #SaferTennessee #ProtectKids #EndGunviolence #Policy

Still don’t have your REAL ID? Join us on Saturday, Sept 6 @ 10:30 We can help you get it — quick and easy. ✅ Sign up here: #FightingLikeAMom #District60

As a mother whose son was snatched from me in a mass shooting, my first thought was of the parents who will never see their child walk back through the door. That pain is crushing, it never goes away. Yesterday, it sat heavy on my heart! #AnnunciationStrong #PrayAndMove #ActNow

Thank you to @VUMChealth Alzheimer’s & Memory Center for partnering with me to bring this important event to District 60. 💜 Together, we’re raising awareness and supporting families affected by Alzheimer’s. #Alzheimers #MemoryCheck #District60 #Vanderbilt #FightLikeAMom

Tomorrow- Sat 23!! Free Community Health & Memory Event 🧠 Memory Screening 💓 Blood Pressure Checks 🫁 Oxygen & Heart Rate Monitoring 🩺 Full Vital Signs Screening Come take charge of your health with a quick, free check-up for your body and your mind!

Join us tomorrow as we address the questions of Tennesseans!! @TNblackcaucus

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#JusticeForAkilah #JusticeForWaffleHouseMassShootingVictims

Day 3—Another day in court — another painful reminder that my baby, my son Akilah, didn’t get a second chance. Yet his killer is asking for one. Still, I stand hopeful that justice will prevail. #JusticeForAkilah #WaffleHouseMassShooting

Day 2 The monster who murdered my baby Akilah in the Waffle House mass shooting is trying to appeal his conviction. He stole my son’s life. And now he wants another chance? Where is Akilah’s second chance? We’ll fight for justice every single time. #JusticeForAkilah🙏🏾💙

Back in court today, still fighting for justice for my son Akilah. He was only 23, talented, kind, full of life. The man who took him from me wants another trial. But where’s Akilah’s second chance? We won’t let the truth be rewritten. #JusticeForAkilah #WaffleHouseMassShooting

It's my birthday! All I want is your support. I'm working for a future where our kids are safe, our voices are heard, and there's opportunity for every family. Can you donate to my campaign to help me fight for change? 💙🙏🏾 DONATE Here 👉 secure.actblue.com/donate/brook... #FightLikeAMom

LAST DAY!! Everything from apparel and accessories to computers, houseware and more will be free of sales tax. This includes clothing and school supplies less than $100 and computers under $1,500.

Do we still maintain 3 branches of government ? Or has the presidency assumed all authority? Where is the provision that grants the President unilateral power to declare war without congressional approval?

“Justice is not a luxury, it's a RIGHT!! ” — President Barack Obama

Political Violence is unacceptable!! My heart breaks for Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and State Senator John Hoffman's families!! #EndPoliticalViolence

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, man mistakenly deported, pleads not guilty to human smuggling charges in federal court www.wsmv.com/2025/06/13/k...

Thank you Greater Bethel AME Church! I will continue to honor my son Akilah DaSilva's legacy by driving meaningful change, advocating for life-saving policies, and pushing for better mental health resources to create a brighter, safer future for all. 💫 #ForeverAkilah #HonorWithAction #EndGunViolence

It’s not about politics!!! It’s about MORAL, AND DECENCY AND HUMANITY!!!

“We’re not seeing these type of enforcements in other neighborhoods… people trying to do things the right way — here legally — are now worried about getting taken away in handcuffs…” levi ismail on the Nashville ICE + @TNHighwayPatrol raids

Rep. @gabbysalinas (D): “We don’t have all the details about the ICE/@TNHighwayPatrol raids in NASHVILLE, but we don’t have to have all the details to know operations like this don’t make anyone safe. They terrorize our communities.” Full: www.instagram.com/p/DJQKFyLAnh...

Nashville Rep. Shaundelle Brooks (D): “Tennessee, this is not who we are.”

NASHVILLE Rep. Jason Powell (D) on the ICE/@tnhighwaypatrol raids in his district last night: “Our community is under attack. We’re scared. We want answers… this is a reality in my community now, and it can be in yours too. We must fight back.” Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DJQKvT_...

Look who came by my office to support me as I present my “Akilah Law” Bill HB0947 in committee. #ForeverAkilah #FightLikeAMom #Protectourchildren #SaveLives #District60

Thank you to my family and everyone that supported The “Akilah Law” in honor of my son Akilah Dasilva who was murdered in a mass shooting at Waffle House!! The bill passed through Criminal Justice Committee with Bi-partisan support! 🙏🏾🩵 #GloryToGod #ForeverAkilah #AkilahLaw #DreamTeam #Family

Look what’s on the agenda for the TN house criminal justice subcommittee this morning! It’s @natrixdreammom.bsky.social coming in hot with three gun sense bills, one named after her son Akilah who was killed in a mass shooting. Rooting for her and these bills! 🦝🦝 #BlueTN

I've heard there's a special calendar for all gun related legislation next week. Looks like @natrixdreammom.bsky.social's HB947/Akilah's Law, has been put on the agenda for the house criminal justice subcom on 3/26. 🦝🦝https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0947&GA=114

We all deserve a safer, more affordable Tennessee. I have introduced 12 bills this session to fight for that reality. #District60 #FightLikeAMom #ForThePeople #ForeverAkilah #

What a joy, an honor and a privilege to be able to meet and greet the students, our future leaders of Ruby Major Elementary School in my District!! I got to hang out with them and watch the show at TPAC!! Sooo incredibly fulfilling!! #District60 #RubyMajorsElementary #TPAC #ourfutureleaders

Do We Still Have Three (3) Branches Of Government? Just Asking!!

A 19-year-old West Virginia resident with intellectual disabilities, for example, was not able to start a job at Goodwill on Monday because a nonprofit group that facilitates employment had not received the federal grant money it requested last week.