Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile
Tarra Simmons

@tarrasimmons5

Mom. Lawyer. Non Profit Director. Washington State Representative. #EndMassIncarceration

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calendar_today05-11-2015 06:21:34

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Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile Photo

To my beloved Dems. I hope this election gives space to reflect on our contributions to the situation....Many impacted people voted for him because we kept referring to him as a Felon, even when we asked you to stop. This isn't shaming, it's a call for conversation and action.

David Garlock (@davidleegarlock) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Since President-Elect Donald J. Trump showed us that someone who has a felony on their record can be president. Can we go ahead and get rid of the Box on Job, Housing and College Applications???

Since President-Elect <a href="/realDonaldTrump/">Donald J. Trump</a> showed us that someone who has a felony on their record can be president.

Can we go ahead and get rid of the Box on Job, Housing and College Applications???
Daniel Landsman (@dan_landsman) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Mr. President, as you get ready to pardon a turkey, there are thousands of human beings awaiting your mercy. Today - 54 people who have received clemency from you and your 4 immediate predecessors called on you to lead with justice and mercy. #ClemencyNow

Mr. President, as you get ready to pardon a turkey, there are thousands of human beings awaiting your mercy. Today - 54 people who have received clemency from you and your 4 immediate predecessors called on you to lead with justice and mercy. #ClemencyNow
Yusef Abdus Salaam (@dr_yusefsalaam) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#PowerPost✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿™️ New York, NY — The outcome of this trial is a searing indictment of the systemic failures that continue to plague our pursuit of justice for society’s most vulnerable. JORDAN NEELY’S LIFE MATTERED!

#PowerPost✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿™️

New York, NY — The outcome of this trial is a searing indictment of the systemic failures that continue to plague our pursuit of justice for society’s most vulnerable. JORDAN NEELY’S LIFE MATTERED!
Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thankful to my colleagues for electing me as Deputy Pro Tem Speaker tonight. It's an honor to serve and preside over floor debate. Plus, I get a new office on the 4th floor with balcony access. Formerly incarcerated people are capable of great things if given opportunity!

Vera Institute of Justice (@verainstitute) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Pulling people over for minor traffic violations exacerbates racial injustice and does not create public safety. Vera, ColorOfChange, and American Progress have submitted feedback and recommendations to @usdot to ensure non-public-safety traffic stops END. americanprogress.org/article/4-ways…

Gabrielle A. Perry, MPH (@geauxgabrielle) 's Twitter Profile Photo

New Orleans’ own Trynitha Fulton was just pardoned by President Biden. Ms. Fulton is a formerly incarcerated woman who committed nonviolent crimes over 20 years ago and has since finished multiple degrees and started 2 nonprofits She so deserves this. lailluminator.com/2024/12/12/dc/…

Prison Policy Initiative (@prisonpolicy) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Data shows that more than 40% of unhoused people booked into jail were booked again within the year The data is clear: poor people are a primary target for policing, especially those forced to live on the streets prisonpolicy.org/blog/2024/11/2…

Data shows that more than 40% of unhoused people booked into jail were booked again within the year

The data is clear: poor people are a primary target for policing, especially those forced to live on the streets

prisonpolicy.org/blog/2024/11/2…
Amanda Knox (@amandaknox) 's Twitter Profile Photo

You should never be in a room with police for more than an hour. If they read you your Miranda rights, you’re a suspect. Shut it down. Demand a lawyer. This is just some of the advice I got from a retired FBI Special Agent, and two renowned false confessions experts. /thread

Dr. Nicole LePera (@theholisticpsyc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I’m giving away one yearly scholarship to SelfHealers Circle To enter: 1. Comment where you’re from 2. Re-tweet this I’ll announce the winner tomorrow— good luck.

Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Yesterday was humbling! Took my oath as Deputy Speaker and my Oath administered by one of my heroes--Justice Gonzalez. Looking forward to presiding over floor debates and using restraint with the gavel. It's a magical life for the girl from Stockton's hood.

Yesterday was humbling! Took my oath as Deputy Speaker and my Oath administered by one of my heroes--Justice Gonzalez. Looking forward to presiding over floor debates and using restraint with the gavel. It's a magical life for the girl from Stockton's hood.
Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Spending 3 days with Kevin Ring, researchers and legislators at the 2025 Arnold Ventures Public Safety Bootcamp was amazing! Thank you for bringing together such an ideologically diverse group to nerd out on evidence-based policy that will change lives. 🙌❤️

Spending 3 days with <a href="/KevinARing/">Kevin Ring</a>, researchers and legislators at the 2025 <a href="/Arnold_Ventures/">Arnold Ventures</a> Public Safety Bootcamp was amazing! Thank you for bringing together such an ideologically diverse group to nerd out on evidence-based policy that will change lives. 🙌❤️
Governor Bob Ferguson (@govbobferguson) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Presidents have significant powers and elections have consequences. However, President Trump’s refusal or inability to advance his priorities in a lawful and constitutional manner is creating needless and cruel chaos.

Presidents have significant powers and elections have consequences. However, President Trump’s refusal or inability to advance his priorities in a lawful and constitutional manner is creating needless and cruel chaos.
JustLeadershipUSA (@justleadersusa) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“Rep. Tarra Simmons [Leading with Conviction™ 2018] … said she used to work for 42 cents an hour in prison, but if someone refused, they couldn’t go to school, call family or visit with their kids.” Read more: everettpost.com/state-news/hou… #Washington #PrisonLabor #EndTheException

Tarra Simmons (@tarrasimmons5) 's Twitter Profile Photo

When people are called names, lied about, and protested at their home over their identity...it is pure HATE. Decades later we aren't free. Reps leading even more progressive CJR don't get this. Thankful for Rs who spoke out against their political allies! mynorthwest.com/mynorthwest-po…

Dr. Nicole LePera (@theholisticpsyc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Signs You Have Post Traumatic Resilience: 1. A strong sense of humor 2. Intense creativity 3. Deep empathy 4. The ability to be resourceful 5. Vivid imagination 6. Grit and determination

JustLeadershipUSA (@justleadersusa) 's Twitter Profile Photo

JLUSA alumni showed up & showed out at last night’s #democracy panel at #JustUs Ideas Week! L to R: #WA Rep. Tarra Simmons (LwC 2018); #CLT City Council @TiawanaBrown (LwC 2020); #KY Sen. Sen. Keturah Herron (LwC 2019); #RI Rep. Cherie Cruz Cherie Cruz (LwC 2020)

JLUSA alumni showed up &amp; showed out at last night’s #democracy panel at #JustUs Ideas Week!

L to R: #WA Rep. <a href="/TarraSimmons5/">Tarra Simmons</a> (LwC 2018); #CLT City Council @TiawanaBrown (LwC 2020); #KY Sen. <a href="/KeturahHerron/">Sen. Keturah Herron</a> (LwC 2019); #RI Rep. Cherie Cruz <a href="/ConcernedRIer/">Cherie Cruz</a> (LwC 2020)