John Ray Clemmons

John Ray Clemmons is an American politician serving as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 55th district. Born and raised in Lebanon, Tennessee, he earned a bachelor's degree from Columbia University and a law degree from the University of Memphis. A civil litigation attorney by profession, Clemmons was first elected to the state legislature in 2014. Throughout his career, he has focused on issues such as public education, affordable housing, and infrastructure. He is known for his advocacy for civil liberties and his vocal opposition to the removal of educational materials from school curricula.