Annie Black

(Annie Black) – As you know, last Thursday the Democrats voted 26-16 to strip me of my ability to vote on bills or speak from the floor because I refused to either put on muzzle or PROVE I’d received the COVID vaccine.

Papers, please.

Good news: As of last night, I’m now once again allowed to vote on bills on behalf of my constituents.

Bad news:  I’m NOT allowed to represent my constituents in the manner I should be allowed to.

More on that in a minute.

But first, let me PROVE this nonsense isn’t about “health” or “science,” but about the government weaponizing masks to enforce compliance.  Consider…

1.)  When on the floor of the Assembly, we’re socially distanced from each other.  Not three-feet, as per the ever-changing revised “recommendations” by the CDC, but six-feet apart.

2.)  Every legislator is separated from their colleagues by 4-foot-high plexiglass shields.  They might even be bullet-proof for all I know.  But that means we’re a heckuva lot safer than sitting in a restaurant, playing blackjack, or rooting on the Golden Knights at the T-Mobile Arena.

3.)  According to the Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB), which has been designated by the Democrats to act as the legislative “Vax Police,” 40 of the 42 members of the Assembly have either disclosed they’ve been vaccinated or continue to wear a mask on the floor.

So if everyone on the floor of the Assembly is socially distanced to the max…separated by a impenetrable plexiglass shield…and either masked or vaxxed, how are ANY of them in ANY danger by someone who is unmasked, whether vaxxed or unvaxxed?

Answer:  They’re not.

But to take this even further…

To prove this mask nonsense is about compliance and not science, I took a rapid COVID test yesterday morning before going into my office.  Guess what?

NEGATIVE!

So I am in no way – none whatsoever! – endangering anyone’s health by choosing not to wear a mask on the floor of the Assembly.  But let’s take this even further…

States such as Texas and Florida repealed their mandatory mask orders WEEKS ago.  If going maskless was going to cause a new surge in COVID outbreaks, we’d have seen it by now.  We haven’t.

Retail stores all across Nevada no longer require masks to enter AND are not checking for “vaccine passports” at the door.

Are people panicked by someone not wearing a mask inside Costco?  Are they refusing to play slots on the Strip?

Heck, no.  The stores are packed.  The casinos are packed.  Only the Democrats controlling the Nevada Legislature continue to spread fear and panic over masks.

To be fair, yes, *some* people still fear going out and returning to life as normal.  And that’s fine.  They’re free to stay home and/or wear a mask if that makes them feel better or safer.

But they have no right to use their fear to infringe on YOUR freedom!

But here’s the real kicker…

At a press briefing last Friday, Biden’s press secretary, Jen “Circle Back” Psaki, announced that visitors to the WHITE HOUSE will not have to prove they’ve been vaccinated before being allowed in!

Nevertheless, Democrats in the Nevada Legislature are still requiring Assembly members – 95% of whom have either confirmed vaccination or are wearing a mask; who are socially distanced and separated by a plexiglass shield; and have TESTED NEGATIVE for COVID – to either wear a mask or produce a vaccine passport.

It’s not about science.  It’s about compliance.

It’s not about health.  It’s about control.

Sorry, I’m not playing.

This isn’t about me.  This is about the very real threat to YOU.

If we don’t stop this nonsense RIGHT NOW before it takes root, you might soon have to produce a vaccine passport to get or keep your job, to travel, or to otherwise get on with your life.

Now, back to the semi-good news…

On Monday night, after being flooded with “Let Annie Vote!” calls and emails from Annie’s Army, the Nevada State Assembly voted unanimously, 41-0, to let me to continue representing my constituents “remotely.”

• No, I didn’t apologize
• No, I didn’t admit I did anything wrong (because I didn’t!)
• No, I will not wear a mask while participating
• No, I will not disclose whether I’ve received the COVID vaccine
• No, I will not present a “vaccine passport”

“Remote participation” means I can watch the floor proceedings on my computer, vote on bills, and speak on issues (providing the Speaker calls on me).  Which is better than nothing, but still not good enough.

There is simply NO REASON – at least, no “health” reason backed up by “science” – why I can’t be on the floor of the House Chamber and fully represent you without wearing a stupid mask or producing a vaccine passport.

So I need more calls and emails to the Speaker and Majority Leader demanding they “Let Annie In!” so I’m no longer a “second-class” legislator.  Here’s their contact info…

Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson
Email:              Jason.Frierson@asm.state.nv.us
Phone:            (775) 684-8537

Assembly Majority Leader Teresa “TBT” Benitez-Thompson
Email:              Teresa.BenitezThompson@asm.state.nv.us
Phone:            (775) 684-8845

To wrap up…

What Speaker Frierson and TBT are doing by putting me in “time out” has nothing to do with “health,” “safety” or “science.”  It’s naked, raw politics.  It’s revenge.  It’s about “putting the little lady in her place and show her who’s boss.”

They tried to break me.  But all they did was steel my resolve.  I will not submit.  I will not comply.  I will not give in.  I will not surrender.

If it costs me an election next year, so be it.  Because this isn’t about me.  As Barry Goldwater so famously put it…

“If I should be attacked for neglecting my constituents’ ‘interests,’ I shall reply that I was informed that their main interest is liberty and that in that cause I am doing the very best I can.”

Black…out.

P.S.  Just before sending this AnnieGram out, I got the results back from today’s test…

Still COVID-free.  LET…ME…IN!!!

FROM ANNIE-GRAM MAILBAG

• “You’re an (expletive deleted)hole. You should be stripped ‘entirely’ from your job.” – Grace Cowan
• “You are one unpatriotic. unAmerican kookie kunt. find a new country.” – Tim Thomas
• “You got what you deserved no vote and no speech on the floor for being an ignorant jack ass. When the pandemic kills people like you, I celebrate it. We need less ignorant morons on the face of the earth,” – Gonzalez
• “I am thinking about spreading the word about how stupid people like you are, how did you get any votes?” – Grady Burch
• “You are the reason inbreeding needs to be stopped.” – John Bar

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• “I can’t believe the hatred and disgusting comments coming from those that simply don’t agree with you and your views politically. I’m truly shocked and disgusted that people would say such horrible things to another person.  This only happens online because they’d never have the courage to say anything like that to your face.” – Michelle Murlin
• “It’s sad that you have received so many hateful comments. I want you to know that I, as an American, appreciate your courage to speak out concerning the violation of our rights.” – Kathryn Van Blaricum-Hornaday
• “Your act of defiance was truly heroic and for that I applaud you. The response from your punishers was nothing short of cowardice and showed their allegiance to a prejudiced movement serving only to further empower the government to the detriment of our way of life.” – Steve Drescher
• “The coercion and suppression are nauseating, while your willingness to stand up and fight for all of us is a breath of fresh air. You are doing a phenomenal job of informing and activating voters across Nevada, as well as setting a great example for your colleagues. I wholeheartedly applaud you for it!” – Denise Vaughn
• “I am a registered Libertarian but giving serious consideration to registering Republican. I heard about your conflict in Carson City and was INSPIRED!  KEEP FIGHTING THEM.  Their policies are terrible!” – Chris Roberts
• “Thank you for standing up for what is right. Don’t be bullied or back down against leftist b.s. We live in Texas and wish there were more people like you here. You’re beautiful inside and out, so don’t listen to the negativity of ignorant people.” – Steve Kitsos
• “I live across the country in Virginia, but I wanted you to know I am supporting you in maintaining the privacy of your protected health information, and I think it is despicable that your colleagues are bullying you in an effort to force and/or coerce your unwilling disclosure of personal health information.” – Elizabeth M
• “I wish that I had an elected official that would stand up for me the way that you did. I would like to thank you for your bravery and courage in what you did. Please continue to fight for us and for America.” – Dannie McFarland, Cambridge, VT

QUOTES OF THE DAY

“House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she’ll keep the House floor mask mandate until there is proof all lawmakers are vaccinated, scoffing at ‘an honor system.’  The California Democrat also blamed Republicans as untrustworthy vaccine holdouts and said she may eventually force them to vote in a separate location from the House floor.” – Washington Examiner, 5/25/21

“I’ve just made my own personal decision that I’m not getting vaccinated cause I’ve already had the disease, and I have natural immunity now.” – U.S. Sen. Rand Paul

“There is no justification for taking away individuals’ freedom in the guise of public safety.” – Thomas Jefferson

“The spirit of resistance to government is so valuable on certain occasions that I wish it to be always kept alive.” – Thomas Jefferson

“One has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws.  I would agree with St. Augustine that an unjust law is no law at all.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

“We shall never surrender.” – Winston Churchill

Annie Black is the Nevada State Assemblywoman representing District 19.  You can get more information and subscribe to her AnnieGram newsletter by visiting www.AnnieBlack.net

(Annie Black) – As you know, on Thursday the Democrats blindsided me on the floor of the Assembly Chamber and accused me of breaking their mask rule without ever even bothering to ask me about it first.

In a partisan 26-16 vote, the Democrats stripped me of my right to vote or speak from the floor of the House Chamber on behalf of my constituents.

As you can imagine, I’ve been meeting and talking with attorneys and advisers ever since to explore options.  The bottom line is this:  I’m OK.  I’m still fighting!  And I’ll keep you posted.

Let me leave you with two quick thoughts…

1.)  There are recorded cases of people getting infected with the COVID after receiving the vaccination.  In fact, HBO talk-show host Bill Maher had to cancel taping his show this week because he tested positive for COVID despite being fully vaccinated.

2.)  The CDC itself(!) admits that “cases of reinfection of COVID-19 have been reported but are rare.”  Which means people who have already gotten the virus are at least as safe as those who have gotten the vaccine, if not more so.

Either way, whether you’ve had the virus or gotten the vaccine, that’s YOUR business.  You shouldn’t have to PROVE you’ve had either before being allowed to get on with your life mask-free, especially in the People’s House, the Nevada State Legislature.

And if they can do this to me, they can do it to YOU.

As Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky wrote to me on Friday…

“You are an inspiration to many. Stay strong, because what they will do in these chambers, they will do to the American people.”

Read my lips: NO VACCINE PASSPORT!

P.S.  As you can imagine, my inbox is FLOODED with emails from all over the country – including a few “hate” mails (see “Mailbag” below).

I’m trying to read them all as quickly as I can, but for right now please don’t be offended if I’m unable to answer them all.

Black…out.

IN THE NEWS

• Blackballed! Assemblywoman can’t vote because of mask rule – Steve Sebelius, Las Vegas Review-Journal
• Maskless lawmaker muzzled by Assembly vote – Las Vegas Review-Journal
• Nevada Republicans punished for defying statehouse mask rule – Associated Press
• Nevada GOP Legislator Stripped of Voting, Speaking Privileges After Refusing to Wear Mask – Newsweek
• Assemblywoman Barred from Voting for Mask Violation – KTVN News2
• Assembly votes to censure member Annie Black for not following COVID rules – Michelle Rindels, Nevada Independent
• Republican lawmaker who refused to wear mask is stripped of voting and speaking privileges until she apologizes – Business Insider
• Annie Black Dares to Go Maskless On The Assembly Floor – Nevada Conservative

FROM ANNIE-GRAM MAILBAG

• “(Expletive deleted) You! You are not a patriot, you are a cult, conspiracy, attention seeking wanna be.  I am Conservative, Christian, Veteran done with the anything associated with the trump republican cult.” – Glen Skrivseth
• “Wear a mask. You are ugly first of all and you should wear a mask just incase it is contagious. Why should everyone else catch your diseases? Think of the beautiful people! Selfish ugly @RealAnnieBlack was to make everyone ugly like her.” – @JudgeReddz
• “As far as I’m concerned you and all others like you who deny reality should all get together and whom ever gets sick should get no medical attention. Personally the more of you that die the better. It’s clear the bimbos like you, boebert, greene, chase, fann, ward have no qualifications for your positions other than stupid loud moths.” – James Anderson
• “You are a worthless elected individual. You provide no benefit to the community you are in and stir up problems like an adolescent. You are a (expletive deleted) child.” – Chandler Burbank
• “Dear Ms Black: You’re just another Trumpian idiot spewing your stupid, uneducated BS. Why don’t you go away, you ignorant fool? Mesquite must be one pathetic town if they elected the likes of you!” – Larry Walter
• “Put the piece of cloth over your mouth or take the vaccine. You sound pathetic.  Our great state deserves better than you.” – Jon Clark

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• “Funny how the CDC and media are pushing, ‘If you’ve been vaccinated you do not have to wear a mask,’ and yet no one is saying, ‘If you’ve had the virus, you do not need a mask.’ Kabuki theater this whole mask crap.” – Dan Schinhofen
• “It is obvious your leadership is shining through and literally gives me chills to talk about the amazing things you are accomplishing. I almost cried yesterday reading the update on your success with the masks. You are the BOMB. Annie Army Loyalist!!” – Tina Campbell
• “I’m from Oklahoma and not your state of Nevada, but I just want you to know that you have support from many cities across the nation. Much respect! Please continue to stand for freedom. Thank You!” – Tamra Mahoney
• “You are an inspiration. I’m not even in Nevada.  I’m in New Hampshire.  What happens in Nevada is just as important as what’s happening in my home state, because corrupted politicians, bogus laws, and wimpy representatives are everywhere.” – Jenna Kepich
• “Thank you for standing up for freedom! You are an inspiration to us all in every state.  May God Bless You!” – Sandra Martindale, Edmond, OK
• “Not only are you freaking out the Democrats around you, but you are giving me – a mom with a working husband and little kiddos – a smile and a hope for this great state. People like you make it better. Thank you for standing up for our rights.” – Ava Brockman
• “Thank you for standing up for all of Nevada. You are a woman of courage and I applaud your no mask stance.” – Maryanne Berdan
• “I’ve been following your work by a friend forwarding the ‘AnnieGrams.’ I live in Douglas County so can’t help much with your campaigns but still appreciate your efforts.” – Dave & Cindi Osowski
• “Thank you for standing up for ALL the people of Nevada, not just your constituents. We appreciate your tenacity, courage, and fortitude.  You are the kind of leader needed in our Assembly.” – Carolyn Sullivan
• “Annie, a while back I signed up to get email notifications from you. You are one of the most tenacious and fearless women I’ve ever encountered.  In Nevada, there aren’t many patriots left fighting for this state.” – Stephanie Suppe
• “I just wanted to thank you for standing up to the bullies in the NV Legislature. I am not in your district but I follow you and receive your AnnieGrams daily and I LOVE them. I love that you are holding people accountable and calling them out.” – Sara Coombes
• “I wish you were my representative. Thank you for taking a stand and getting our government facilities opened again. You made a difference… again!” – Lisa Olquin
• “Once again, I only see Annie standing up for us. Where is (Assemblyman) Glenn Leavitt?” – Gary Matthew
• “I do not envy you; what you have been up against and how you have been dealing with it is not easy. So far you have been conducting yourself beyond my expectations and I cannot think of a better person for the job!” – Nicholas Capra, Mesquite, NV
• “I am a soldier in Annie’s Army.” – Michael Hebel
• “Thank you for showing us how to make a stand. Thank you for giving us a rallying point. I am glad to know that there are people yet who can lead out in resistance to the insane mindsets of this time.” – Ellen Pearson, Pioche, Nevada
• “You promised to never back down and always fight for us. Thanks for keeping your promises.” – Teresa McClellan Benton
• “Thank you, Annie, for fighting for us. We are not in your district but support you 100%! We wish we had the same type of representation that you provide.” – Sharon Giampapa
• “I’m so glad Nevada has people like you. Although it was scary, you stood strong for all because of your principles. Thank you for all you do.” – Nancy Hullum-Turner
• “Annie, I’m glad we have a Nevada legislator that stands up to these political hacks. I love reading your messages keep up your great work, were all behind you.” – Gary Hagstrom
• “I am soooo grateful to you. I’m not in your district but please put me on your fund raiser list next time around.” – Judith Rettich, Reno, Nevada
• “I love getting your updates!! I’m sure it’s tedious, but if more elected officials would adopt this practice, I feel it would make for more honest politicians.” – Debbie Wolfgang
• “You are doing a phenomenal job of informing and activating voters across Nevada, as well as setting a great example for your colleagues. I wholeheartedly applaud you for it!” – Denise Vaughn
• “Thank you for not going along to get along. Thank you, Assemblywoman Black, for having principles and living by them.” – Rick Kuhlmey

QUOTES OF THE DAY

“(Assemblywoman) Black has agitated over pandemic restrictions during the session, pushing back on social distancing guidance and other limitations that saw the legislative building closed to the public for most of the session.” – Bill Dentzer, Las Vegas Review-Journal, 5/23/21

“Yesterday, Assembly Democrats silenced the voices of tens of thousands of Nevadans when they unconstitutionally targeted Republican Assemblywomen Jill Dickman and Annie Black for daring to stand up for their right to privacy. Preventing our elected Representatives from debating and voting on behalf of Nevadans is ridiculous and disenfranchises their constituents.” – Alida Benson, Political Director, Nevada Republican Party

Annie Black is the Nevada State Assemblywoman representing District 19.  You can get more information and subscribe to her AnnieGram newsletter by visiting www.AnnieBlack.net