Opinion: Rep. Gillespie on his support of the task force and MSCS takeover

By , Guest Columnist Updated: September 20, 2026 9:07 AM CT | Published: September 20, 2026 4:00 AM CT
John Gillespie
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John Gillespie

John Gillespie a Republican representing Tennessee House District 97, which includes most of East Memphis and parts of Cordova. He is vice chairman of the criminal justice committee.

Tennessee House Rep. John Gillespie advocates for his reelection to Tennessee House District 97, including highlighting his support of the Memphis Safe Task Force and the takeover of Memphis Shelby County Schools. 

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