Status Report: Shelly Luther’s Fight for America First Principles: From Defying COVID Lockdowns to Texas State Rep.

Shelly Luther’s journey from a business owner jailed for defying COVID lockdowns to a staunch advocate for conservative principles in the Texas State House is a powerful testament to her resilience and dedication to the America First agenda. Luther’s political fight, which began with a direct act of defiance during the pandemic, has evolved into a broader battle against a political system she sees as fundamentally flawed and influenced by leftist ideologies.

Luther’s proposed solution to the dysfunction in the Texas House is a bold one: "We need a new speaker.”

She now argues that a shift in leadership is essential to bring about meaningful change that aligns with the values of her constituents and Texans at large. For Luther, this means creating a legislative environment where bills that represent the will of the people are not blocked by entrenched interests and partisan bickering.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Luther’s beauty salon in Dallas was forced to shut down, as per the state’s lockdown mandates. This decision deeply impacted her employees, one of whom reached out in desperation, saying, "I haven’t eaten in a couple of days.” This moment of realization motivated Luther to take action. Rather than passively accepting the closure, Luther made the decision to reopen her salon, placing her liberty and the well-being of her employees above government mandates. For this act of defiance, Luther was arrested and jailed by local authorities. However, this experience did not break her spirit; instead, it ignited a fire within her to challenge the status quo, even though she had no prior interest in politics.

Despite losing two campaigns in her attempt to make a difference, Luther never gave up. "I’m relentless when it comes to this,” she shared, attributing her determination to the values instilled in her by her father, a Marine. The setbacks only fueled her resolve, and eventually, Luther was elected to the Texas State House, marking a new chapter in her political journey.

However, Luther’s transition into politics has not been without its challenges. She has found herself battling not just political opponents but the very system she sought to change. In a candid conversation with Steve Bannon on WarRoom this past Saturday, Luther opened up about the dysfunction within the Texas House. "There’s a thumb on us,” she said, referring to the influence of Democrats in a Republican-controlled House. She revealed how key conservative bills, including one she authored to thank the hospital that saved her life, have been repeatedly blocked. "They denied it,” Luther lamented, underscoring the deep-rooted obstacles she faces in her mission to advance America First values in the legislature.

Steve Bannon, host of the WarRoom, responded to Luther’s frustrations with a call to action. He urged her to continue exposing the resistance within the system. "Expose them for what they’re doing,” Bannon said, stressing the importance of shedding light on the obstructionist tactics employed by establishment figures. Luther, who has become increasingly vocal on social media, echoed this sentiment, stating that the only way to create change is to "get in the fight” and persist in pushing for conservative reforms, no matter the opposition.

As she continues her work in the Texas State House, Shelly Luther remains a beacon of resilience and defiance against the establishment. Her journey underscores an essential truth: true change requires persistence, courage, and the willingness to fight for what you believe in, even when the odds seem stacked against you. The fight is far from over, but Luther’s commitment to her cause and to the America First agenda continues to fuel her efforts to bring lasting change to Texas and beyond.

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