Statement on the Paycheck Fairness Act Filibuster

"We can do better."

We received some disappointing news about Congress, once again. This time it was the Senate. They voted against having an open debate or even voting on the Paycheck Fairness Act.

This is just one example of many of how we can do better. And, it is disappointing from all perspectives:

First, if they are not going to debate a bill, they are not doing their job. Plain and simple, debating a bill is major principle of American democracy.

Second, it was disrespectful to working women that there wasn’t any debate. Seventy percent of women work in Tennessee. Think about your own household or your neighbor’s. Mother, wife, daughter, aunt, niece, sister – close to 3 in 4 women work.

Third, they have missed the point completely about this issue and have proven to be stuck in the last century. As a former CFO, I can tell you that this bill is about “the gag rule”. You know this rule well. It’s the one that keeps all pay information confidential. If you happen to share pay information, you can currently be fired.

Fourth, making pay information available to you is just part of what we should be doing in the 21st century, especially since we have the technology to do it. The reality is that we have a ton of information available through the internet – to manage our finances, to stay fit, and even to manage our health. And, it is exactly what President Obama’s executive order does for federal contractors that was signed on Tuesday. The only drawback to that executive order is that it only covers federal contractors which employ about 1 out of every 5 workers in the country. Congress must act to make this effective for all workers.

Fifth, the bill prevents businesses from retaliating against employees who ask for pay information.

Finally, let’s not miss the main point, that women – like everyone else – should get equal pay for equal work.

Let’s face it: these folks are are not doing their jobs, and they are out of touch with the times.

That’s why I’m running. I believe we should have leadership for the 21st century."

- Lenda

#WeCanDoBetter

We were excited to attend the first STAND WITH WOMEN event in Rutherford County hosted by Chloe Cerutti. We joined women from all over the District for an informal social and informational gathering session to share and learn about the important issues currently affecting the health, welfare, and financial well-being of women in Tennessee and across the nation. Women from all over the District are stepping up to champion the issues of our communities and we are excited to stand with them. #WeCanDoBetter  #StandWithLenda

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 30, 2014

Lenda Sherrell for Congress
Phone: (931) 548-6834
Email: [email protected]
Website: lendasherrell.com

Lenda Sherrell to Kickoff Congressional Campaign in Grundy and Rutherford Counties
Lifelong Tennessean Pledges ‘Fresh Ideas’ for Working & Middle Class Families

MONTEAGLE, Tenn. -- Lenda Sherrell, a lifelong Middle Tennessean, will publically announce her decision to run for U.S. Congress in Tennessee’s fourth congressional district during two campaign kickoff events on Tuesday February 4th in Grundy and Rutherford Counties.The first event will take place at 11 a.m. in Lenda’s home county of Grundy at the Grundy County Historical Society Heritage Center, located at 465 Railroad Ave. in Tracy City, Tenn. The second event will take place in Rutherford County at 5:30 p.m. at Pa Bunk’s, a locally owned small business on the square in Murfreesboro, located at 107 South Church St.

These events are open to the public and the media.

What: Lenda Sherrell for Congress Campaign Kickoff Event in Grundy County
Who: Lenda Sherrell and Supporters
Where: 465 Railroad Ave. Tracy City, TN 37387
When:  Tuesday, February 4th at 11 a.m. CST

What: Lenda Sherrell for Congress Campaign Kickoff Event in Rutherford County
Who: Lenda Sherrell and Supporters
Where: Pa Bunk’s, 107 South Church St. Murfreesboro, TN 37130
When:  Tuesday, February 4th at 5:30 p.m. CST

Lenda’s campaign website is now live at www.lendasherrell.com

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Quick Facts About Lenda:

•   Lenda and her husband Jim, a retired physician, raised their two children in Tennessee. They currently live in Monteagle.
•   Lenda’s daughter lives with her family in Franklin, Tenn. and her son lives with his family in Chattanooga, Tenn.
•   As a Certified Public Accountant, Lenda has been responsible for the professional management of millions of dollars.
•   Lenda was born, raised, and educated in Tennessee. The daughter of a rural letter carrier and a teacher, Lenda grew up in Pleasant Hill in Cumberland County and Sparta in White County.

Lenda, who attended Middle Tennessee State University thanks to Series E Savings Bonds that her parents provided, knows how important education is in developing and sustaining our local communities. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 23, 2014
Contact: Lenda Sherrell for Congress, (931) 548-6834

Lenda Sherrell to Run for U.S. Congress

Lifelong Tennessean Pledges ‘Fresh Ideas’ for Working & Middle Class Families

MONTEAGLE, Tenn. -- Lenda Sherrell, a lifelong Tennessean and professional accountant by trade, announced she has filed paperwork to run for U.S. Congress in Tennessee’s 4th District.

Sherrell, who has met with families in nearly every county in the 4th Congressional District in recent weeks, said her campaign will prioritize solutions for expanding the middle class and the state economy, not partisan politics.

“I’m running for Congress because we need leaders with fresh ideas to get our state -- and our economy -- back on track,” Sherrell said. “People are frustrated because Washington isn’t working. Now more than ever, we need public servants to come together to fight for our communities -- to create good-paying jobs, improve education, and expand access to healthcare.”

As a Certified Public Accountant, Sherrell has been responsible for the management of millions of dollars. A critical piece of her career has been balancing budgets and she believes these skills can be applied in Congress if our elected representatives can stop fighting and work toward real, meaningful solutions that help Tennesseans.

“I have two adult children and four grandchildren, and I see the things they struggle with every day. People are concerned about whether or not their families will have the same opportunities the generations before them has had, such as a good-paying job and quality education,” Sherrell said. “They are concerned about whether Medicare and Social Security will be there for them when they retire; I share their concerns and believe that together we can come up with the right solutions to improve our communities and make our families more secure.”

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Quick Facts About Lenda

•   Lenda and her husband Jim, a retired physician, raised their two children in Tennessee. They currently live in Monteagle.
•   Lenda’s daughter lives with her family in Franklin, Tenn. and her son lives with his family in Chattanooga, Tenn.
•   As a Certified Public Accountant, Lenda has been responsible for the professional management of millions of dollars.
•   Born, raised and educated in Tennessee. The daughter of a rural letter carrier and a teacher, Lenda grew up in Pleasant Hill in Cumberland County and Sparta in White County.
Lenda attended Middle Tennessee State University thanks to Series E Savings Bonds that her parents provided and knows how important education is in developing and sustaining our local communities.