Mom of 6 & grandma of 4💕wife, consultant, VOCAL-KY Director, organizer, fighter, bridge builder & truthsayer who ran for Louisville Mayor & now Metro Council!
You ever met a natural born leader? I have & 6 months later he was shot.
#Day180
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
✊🏾 at
#InjusticeSquarePark
. We lost a great one.This whole time I & we been out here for our young people like Travis Nagdy. We have become a family & all that comes with it!
Dear Beyoncé', you came to
#Louisville
on your beautiful high horse, with some of the best concert production, lights, camera, and live action. The perfection in your backup dancers and "sangers" could be seen and heard. It was one of the best shows I have ever seen. Yes, It was
This journey to be the next Mayor of Louisville is long one and I need to be clear. I am 5'3 and I do wear heels but I will not get any taller y'all! :-)
I realize I don't look like your average candidate. I am a short, black woman that gets things done.
This is for
#TravisNagdy
by his sister Sarah. Let's help his family bury him please. Even if you can't give please share. He had it rough but gave his all. Let the community he built through his activism take it from here.
Funeral Costs for BLM Activist
This week, I thought about quitting all my jobs and becoming the Stacey Abrams of
#Kentucky
! Would love to flip the seats of elites across our beautiful state!
It takes money, time, travel, and a team. I'm still raising two boys and will work to do what I can in the meantime. 🤓
Thank you, everyone! I am sworn in and ready to attend my first committee meeting tomorrow.
This is for the people and the power we are building together.
I was sworn in by the Honorable Annie O'Connell today. A Circuit Court judge I helped get elected in 2018. I didn't know
This is another reason why I have to get on that Louisville Metro Council. This isn't compassion. Other cities and states are doing more to help the poor and unhoused, but look at
#Louisville
! Well I have been poor and slept in my car and our local homeless shelters and outside.
Good Morning and Thank YOU ALL for the wonderful messages and congratulations 💕 Last night was amazing! Appreciate everyone who voted for me, donated, shared about my campaign, volunteered with
#TeamShameka
and made it to Joe's Palm Room.
I had the bright idea to practice what
It's official! I am the Nominated Democratic Party Candidate for Louisville Metro Council District 3. Thank you to the Louisville Democratic Party Executive Committee and the Nominating Committee for this opportunity to serve our city in a bigger way. I am very honored💕✨️💕
On my favorite day of the week, I was just chosen as the
#Louisville
Democratic Party's nominee for Louisville Metro Council District 3! This is a Saturday to remember. Yes, Councilman Kumar Rashad will finish out the remainder of this year's term & I am willing to work with him
Dear Breonna, Kenneth & Family, Today we move your memorial so that we can preserve it and let you rest with our ancestors. Today is
#Day164
at
#InjusticeSquarePark
and we will never stop demanding
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
✊🏾 We have created something we can't let go.
#SayHerName
Offering some clarity. I Shameka Parrish-Wright, would love to support a black man for Governor personally but not Daniel Cameron. He chose money and privilege over
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
and too many more, amongst other things. I don't think Andy Beshear is perfect and did not
I suggested a historical marker that the family & community could be a part of. The city took lead.
Thank you for the opportunity to co-lead a part of the
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
Movement.
I know some of the protestors & activist are upset.
#MutualAid
#InjusticeSquare
#BLM
Today is sad but our
#Louisville
community is good. If there was
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
✊🏾 there wouldn't be now 3 lives lost in this 3 month process. We want to honor
#TylerGerth
's life. Join us for a vigil…
I want to thank my Attorneys Ted Shouse & Courtney Kellner & our secret weapons plus all of the amazing lawyers that have stepped up to provide pro bono services for all the protesters who we're arrested with us that Thursday night & during the
#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor
✊🏾 Uprising
Just voted with my husband and daughter! I couldn't sleep last night! I'm so anxious and ready!!!!
#riseandgrind
💰 and
#riseandshine
☀️ because you got plenty of time to get to those polls before they close at 6pm today!
#TeamShameka
will be out and about at all District 3
The real
#BreonnasLaw
finally got assigned to committee today y'all! We focused & have strategy + we ain't settling for less. Now we need it called for a hearing so it can be voted on. We have 10 days left to get this done. Call Reps. Massey & Banta for
#HB21
to get heard.
They dropped the charges! Thanks for all the love & support y'all! Special thanks to our rockstar attorneys--> Ted Shouse, Courtney Kellner, Julie Maldo, Marc Murphy, David Mour, Tracy Davis, our secret weapons (you know who you are),
#502LiveStreamers
& more for doing their part
The status quo likes to downplay me, my commitment to Louisville and Kentucky and the political power WE are building. It is all love and action for me. But I'm here to make a difference and I ain't going no where. I'm a believer and hope helps me to
#keepgoing
#Louisville
you are worth fighting for. ❤️ I will keep going. I did not get the appointment but I'm still a winner because
#TeamShameka
is the best. Congratulations, Councilman Phillip Baker & Councilman Kumar Rashad. Please represent well.
#wedeservebetter
#WeGetThereTogether
Had to purchase a dozen folding chairs, two tables, and snacks for VOCAL-KY today! People all over the store were staring, smiling, and avoiding us. One white woman jokingly asked me what I was going to do with all them chairs. She said she works at a church and they have plenty,
Chapter 44! Thank you all for the birthday wishes & gifts! I appreciate you all! Headed back out to
#DoorKnockforWarnock
! I decided the outfit I picked out 2 months ago will not work for the doors and Atlanta's weather. I was burning up looking like I come from the
#Matrix
:-)
#goodnightpost
🌙 Well we had our first meeting today and it's a go! I had to promise my family & crew that I will not go rouge or be
#Tupac
:-) As soon as our meeting was over I got this graphic by text from a friend. Share 3 to 5 things you expect from the next
#Louisville
Mayor
Well, there you have it!
#LMPDisGuilty
and earned a consent decree. To those who feel this doesn't hold them accountable, please understand that until we do away with qualified immunity & open those contract negotiations and more, this is what the system has in place
#WomensDay
#goodnight
post! I just got home. I love you Louisville & I ain't going no where any time soon! We got work to do! This isn't a loss its a lesson! We were our spent 20 to 1.
We have courage, inspiration &
#PeoplePower
!
They will need us in Nov.
#TeamShameka
#WeGetThereTogether
Wow I just voted for myself! This is unbelievable. I know I have worked hard for this day but it's still a great deal to take in:-)
I appreciate the beautiful Ashanti Scott joining me and documenting this…
Leaving Frankfort, Kentucky with a smile y'all!
Proud to represent VOCAL-KY and The HIV Not a Crime Coalition for one of the best bills out of our past legislative session. Team work makes the dream work.
We want to save lives so Kentuckians can survive and thrive.
Governor
My family felt unsafe while worrying about my safety from all the threats. I have learned enough to tank some people but I don't snitch or have a hidden agenda. I just stand in my truth and keep it moving.
So this goes beyond race.
#sundayvibes
#wedesrvebetter
#LouMayor
It's been new work for all involved.
#TheBailProject
started here in 2018 and has even paid bails with the
#LouisvilleCommunityBailFund
before, so now that they can do more that's great. We want better outcomes for all involved in the judicial process.
Yesterday was a very full day! I worked both of my jobs:-)went to my doctors appointment, secured supplies for our first Friendsgiving, attended my Metro Council committee meeting and other work meetings, made it to my son James's Central Wrestling Team scrimmage 💕 and ended the
Before I officially get on the clock, I am asking for your support. Later today, I have an interview with the Louisville Democratic Party Executive Committee to determine if I, among others, will be their choice on the ballot to finish the 3 years left in the District 3 term.
So I need help on campaign colors:-) All you logo & graphic folks let's see what you got! My campaign for Mayor of
#Louisville
will be so energized, inclusive & informed by people from all walks of life. Students are more than welcome to share their ideas. ❤
#mondaymotivation
Be prepared to be sick of me all February, y'all!
I am black and proud and unapologetic.
Let me also say this to be clear because people keep calling me racist on these social media apps.
*I am not racist and would never be. I am proud of who I am and my people. Ask me for
ACTIVISM is also: direct services, people management, budgeting, fundraising, client relationships, public relations and more. Advocacy is our human right. I will never run from being an activist that fights for better policies that improve and save lives.
Just want to shout out that my Social Media Strategist
@Ashantilynn01
called this out first after I brought it to her attention. It's been happening for a while. It feels good to have
#TeamShameka
so I can focus on all the other things. Thanks you all & especially you Ashanti
I see ya calling believe me but I am working in Cincy today. I will call you back! Feeling good in my donated dress:-) It ain't what you wear, its who's wearing it!
#tupactuesday
👑
#travelselfie
📷
#workflow
💸
Thank you,
#TeamShameka
!💕Details on my swearing are being finalized! Stay tuned. Tonight, we are needed at the Louisville Metro Council Meetingvat 6pm as they get ready to take a historic vote that advocates like Councilman Jecorey Arthur and Louisville Tennants Union have been
Today was very long but productive. I'm excited about my interview with Louisville Metro Council to fill the District 3 vacancy. I ❤️ community & may not have attended every single Townhall held by Councilwoman Dorsey but I did attend some of her events & meetings.
#TBThursday
I personally endorse and support
#CharlesBooker
. I have donated and advised his campaign because I believe
#TheTimeIsNow
. We need ALL HANDS on DECK to elect
#CharlesBooker
as our next Kentucky Senator. Impacted leadership matters. YES, Booker can WIN if you VOTE for him.
#hegotus
Congratulations to State Representative Keturah Herron and her team. It was great to see all the support for an amazing black woman candidate! EVERY VOTE MATTERS:-)The Democratic Party rallied behind her. I want them to do the same for more of us.
#WeGetThereTogether
#PeoplePower
We only plan to honor
#BreonnaTaylor
and hope no one gets arrested today or this weekend. There are no planned arrest actions around or near
#InjusticeSquarePark
but
#LMPDisGuilty
of being extra aggressive with protesters and supporters. LMPD killed Breonna Taylor 3/13/2020:-(
It has been an amazing week! Still taking it all in. Thank you all 💕
Here are the details of my swearing in and celebrations. Have a great weekend everyone!
"Thank you for your support!
It has been a busy election season and thanks to your donations, calls, canvassing, and
That's it! I talked with my boss, family,friends, allies & my Councilwoman Keisha Dorsey!
She plans to be neutral in the selection process because so many are reaching out to her, but with all that's going on, I know I'm ready & qualified to lead
#LOUMETRO
District 3. ❤️
I spoke with Deputy Chief Gwinn-Villaroel with LMPD and was advised to update our security protocol because the shooter is at large. My thoughts and prayers are with Craig Greenberg and his family. We just thank God he is ok and no one else was seriously injured.
It's official! I am the Nominated Democratic Party Candidate for Louisville Metro Council District 3. Thank you to the Louisville Democratic Party Executive Committee and the Nominating Committee for this opportunity to serve our city in a bigger way. I am very honored💕✨️💕
Just hung up the phone and turns out I am in the top 5 of applicants to be interviewed next week for the District 4 Vacancy! You all rock! Team work really makes the dream work!
#ShamekaforDistrict4
…
I sent my resume in for the District 3 seat and I plan to apply to run for the seat in the special election.
#TeamShameka
I will need your help to contact your metro council members both democrat and republican. ❤️
#WeGetThereTogether
For over 2 years we have been bailing people of Louisville, Kentucky and Indiana out. Since the protest started we have paid over 100 bails. More importantly we have a team of dedicated volunteer attoneys that have…
The most moving quote of the day during the inauguration by Amanda Gorman and her amazing poem The Hill We Climb "...Love becomes our legacy and change our birthright..." That speaks to every American especially now:-)
#blackwomanmagic
#blacklivesmatter
✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿✊🏻✊
Yesterday, I graduated from the
#EmergeKentucky
6 month program with 17 other amazing women that will run for office in
#Kentucky
! Class of 2022 is the 13th Class of Democrat Women ready to be the change we seek!
Guess what? One of our very own just applied for his pardon today in our state capital ! Cheers for Savvy Shabazz as he continues his journey to freedom:-) Thanks to everyone standing with him today.
#TheBailProject
#freedomshouldbefree
Thank you
#Louisville
and beyond for your concern & support. We will still go forward with our weekly press conference at The Carl & Anne Braden Center today at 10am (3208 Am Broadway). At around noon, all event…
“Visitation is so important to maintaining a prisoner’s faith. So important. I can’t believe they would simply take that away”
It’s a shame how incarcerated people and their families are constantly exploited to their last dime for impersonal & inhumane treatment.
Thinking of my Shameka for Mayor campaign manager and school board member Chris Kolb and all the family of dearest Kate Kolb who died last week. She was Chris's sister and she leaves behind a legacy of kindness, love, and activism. ❤️💕❤️
Today, I woke up 47 years old with an amazing view of my city of Louisville💕 Last night, my dear friends Erica and Attica hosted a sleepover at the Omni Hotel. I had never stayed here and enjoyed every minute. We dined at Bob's Steakhouse and played Ebonopoly. I wanted to work
Today is led by the Breonna Taylor Foundation & the Family of
#BreonnaTaylor
for remembrance & not celebration. Here's what I know:
Gather at 1pm, March at around 3pm & food distribution at 4:30pm. There will be speakers but I don't know who. I'm there to support only
#longpostalert
🚨 I am off work this week and next to be able to focus on my campaign. It has been productive as
#TeamShameka
is getting the word out all over District 3. Thank you all!
#ShamekaforMetroCouncil
is within reach, but we still have plenty of work to do. Sign up here:
RIP Mr. Ishmael Worth Puckett, the 13th person to die in LMDC in just over 13 months. We must do better when people are in our custody. You deserve human rights and dignity even while incarcerated pretrial.
#nomorejaildeaths
#saytheirnames
I'm struggling today especially after my nephew and his brother was shot yesterday. But this warmed my heart. Thank you Maxwell & Aaron Conway for being there as you reinstalled the replica of the original
#BreonnaTaylor
art at
#InjusticeSquarePark
📷Photo credit : Maxwell