Shelley Luther, the Texas salon owner who defied government-imposed COVID-19 lockdowns, has claimed a decisive victory in her run for a state House seat, winning 78% of the vote in District 62. Luther’s win is being celebrated as a rejection of government overreach and a step toward ensuring that personal freedoms are respected in the state of Texas.
Luther became a symbol of defiance when she reopened her business, Salon A La Mode, during the pandemic, despite orders to remain closed. “I ended up in jail,” Luther told Fox News, recalling how her decision to open her business led to her arrest. Her story became a rallying point for many Americans who felt that government mandates were an overreach and that individual freedoms were being sacrificed.
Shelley Luther, the former Dallas salon owner who was put in jail after she reopened her salon during the COVID-19 pandemic, is heading to the Texas state house! This is the way!! 🤘 pic.twitter.com/m6dOit31Y1
— Jason (@Jason_The_Texan) November 10, 2024
Luther’s actions were particularly notable given that some businesses, like dog groomers, were allowed to stay open while others, like her salon, were not. This uneven enforcement of COVID-19 mandates exposed the arbitrary nature of government decisions, which Luther highlighted during her campaign. Her mugshot, showing her with unkempt hair, became a lasting image of the absurdity of the lockdown measures.
Luther’s platform as a candidate focused on the need for less government interference in the lives of Texans. Her victory sends a clear message that voters want leaders who will stand up against government restrictions and prioritize personal liberty. Luther’s win shows that there is strong support for those who believe in the importance of freedom and individual rights.
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Hair Stylist Shelley Luther was told she could avoid jail time if she apologized for not closing her hair salon until it was allowed to open.
LISTEN TO WHAT SHE TOLD THE JUDGE pic.twitter.com/HAyi8pWCIW
— Terrence K. Williams (@w_terrence) May 6, 2020
Some REAL Rock Stars here!
.@AndyHopperTX .@ShelleyLuther .@realmitchlittle @NateSchatzline #txlege pic.twitter.com/QynmeYqAxr— Jennifer in North Texas 🇺🇸 (@jenlm4patriots) November 12, 2024
After a personal health scare, including a near-fatal brain aneurysm, Luther’s resolve has only strengthened. Her near-death experience has reinforced her commitment to fighting for the rights of Texans and standing up against government overreach.
Congratulations to Liberty champion, @ShelleyLuther! #txlege #makelibertywin pic.twitter.com/HNCJjIifp7
— Young Americans for Liberty (@YALiberty) November 6, 2024
Luther’s victory is just the beginning. As a state representative, she will continue to advocate for the rights of individuals, ensuring that no Texan faces the kind of unjust treatment she experienced during the pandemic.
