Posted on 11/06/2024 7:39:58 PM PST by T.B. Yoits
Shelley Luther, the former Dallas salon owner who was jailed after reopening her salon during the COVID-19 pandemic, is heading to the Texas state house.
Luther defeated Democrat Tiffany Drake Tuesday night, earning more than 75 percent of the vote to win in Texas House District 62.
Luther made national headlines when she reopened her far North Dallas salon in defiance of countywide restrictions.
She was jailed for seven days in 2020 after a Dallas County judge found her guilty of civil and criminal contempt of court.
Luther was fined $1,000 for each day her salon, Salon à la Mode, was open after a court ordered it closed.
Luther unsuccessfully ran for state Senate in 2020, losing in a runoff to Drew Springer in District 30.
She lost to then-incumbent Reggie Smith in the 2022 Republican primary for Texas House District 62. Luther defeated Smith in the March 5 primary to move on to the 2024 general election.
"Shelley Luther isn't afraid to stand up for what she believes in and won't ever back down from a fight," reads Luther's website.
House District 62 covers Grayson, Franklin, Fannin and Delta counties.
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Awesome !!!
Cool. Being in the statehouse is easier on the feet. But as I understand it, the TX legislature only meets for a couple of months a year. So she can keep her salon open. Two jobs.
Wwhhhoooooyyeeaahhh baby! Hell hath no fury. You go gurl!!
She is a hot looking mama. Ted Cruz campaigned for her.
“Cool. Being in the statehouse is easier on the feet. But as I understand it, the TX legislature only meets for a couple of months a year. So she can keep her salon open. Two jobs.”
It’s about 5 months, every 2 years (roughly what you said). She’ll be fine, she’ll keep it open, otherwise she wouldn’t have run.
Wonderful news! This woman has experienced tyrannical government and will be a voice for the rights of the individual.
Defying a court that had no legal authority.
I hope Trump Fs up these people.
Not revenge...Justice!
Yes!!
A 78% victory.
Who called whom in which county governments in Texas?
Thanks. I knew it was something like that. It makes sense. Draw in the citizens to do a little civic duty without having to sacrifice your life to the political machine. Get some compensation for the time off your regular gig but it doesn’t overwhelm your life. Deal with some hard issues and then go back to regular life.
Ever notice how all the best looking women Are Conservatives!
I love conservatives with an axe to grind. They will not waiver.
Yes I’ve noticed it a lot. I don’t mean any offense I just can’t help myself I’m a red blooded American male. 😂
Ping.
“We will never give up...we will never give in!”
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