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Tennessee Lawmakers Criticized for 'Social Legislation'

Republican leaders coordinated in the recent legislative session to pass new laws spotlighting Tennessee's business friendly reputation, while a spurt of social issue measures from lawmakers have critics arguing the state looks so backward it will hurt economic development.

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ReligionStinks - 5/8/2012 7:19 AM
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The Republican'ts hav made Tennessee the butt of most national jokes. If I were a business owner in New York or Calfornia and looking to relocate or expand, I wouldn't give Tennessee the time of day.
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