Rep Higgins Takes Squad Member To School After She Came Unglued Over Quoting MLK Jr. [WATCH]

Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) recently sparked controversy when she criticized Congressional Republicans for quoting the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the House floor.

Known for her outspoken positions, Pressley’s comments seemed to ignore the very principles of free speech and constitutional rights that Dr. King championed.

During a recent committee meeting, Pressley took issue with Republicans citing Dr. King, specifically targeting the idea of a “white Republican” referencing the civil rights icon.

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Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA) was quick to respond, delivering a powerful defense of free speech and the right to quote Dr. King, regardless of the speaker’s race or political affiliation.

Higgins, who has served in law enforcement and taken an oath to the Constitution, made it clear that he would continue to quote Dr. King whenever he saw fit.

His response included a passionate statement about the First Amendment, saying:

“I appreciate my Democrat colleague for exemplifying exactly the kind of oppression of freedoms that we were referencing. How about we’ll quote whoever we want to quote? How about that’s my First Amendment right? That’s exactly the kind of baked-in oppression—like how dare a white Republican quote Martin Luther King? We actually had a Congressman say that just now in this committee. And thank you, good lady, for once again exemplifying the type of oppression that we stand against. You know I’m right; you know I’m right.”

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Higgins’ remarks were met with strong agreement from those who believe in the fundamental rights of free speech and expression.

His defense of the Constitution and Dr. King’s legacy stands in stark contrast to Pressley’s position, which many see as an attempt to silence others based on political or racial lines.

Dr. King’s message of equality, peace, and unity continues to resonate with many Americans across all political spectrums.

However, Pressley’s criticism of Republicans quoting him, particularly from her position on the left, raises questions about the current political climate and the willingness to engage in meaningful discourse.

Dr. King’s own words, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that,” are a call for unity and understanding, not division and censorship.

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Dr. Martin Luther King

For Higgins, speaking out against Pressley’s attempt to silence the quoting of Dr. King was a matter that deserved to be addressed directly.

The confrontation highlights the ongoing tension in American politics over the limits of free speech and the use of historical figures for political purposes.

Dr. King fought for the rights and freedoms of all Americans, regardless of their background.

He believed in a society where individuals would be judged by the content of their character, not the color of their skin.

For many, it’s difficult to reconcile that vision with Pressley’s actions, which many see as divisive and contradictory to Dr. King’s principles.

In response to Pressley, Higgins made a final statement to remind her of the freedoms that Americans hold dear.

“I live in a free speech zone, Congresswoman. It’s called the United States of America, and I’ll say—and write—what I please when and where I please, and if you aren’t happy about that, too damn bad,” he said.

As the debate over free speech and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continues, it’s clear that some members of Congress are willing to stand up for the Constitution and the right to express opinions, even in the face of opposition.

Rep. Higgins’ defense of the First Amendment and his call for unity through Dr. King’s principles contrasts sharply with the divisiveness of those who seek to shut down voices they disagree with.

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