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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Sep 6, 2024

In response to recent rallies by extremist groups in Nashville, the Metro Council is considering a series of measures to discourage hate-motivated behavior, WPLN News reports. Last month, Mayor Freddie O'Connell proposed several bills, including restrictions on flier distribution, masks, public building access and highway signs. Now two council members also are proposing changes. Jeff Preptit is seeking to prohibit Metro employees from joining extremist groups, while Zulfat Suara would require public commenters to be Tennessee residents. The council began consideration of these ideas this week.