Shelley Luther, the Texas salon owner who defied COVID-19 restrictions, has claimed a decisive victory in her bid for a state House seat, winning nearly 78% of the vote in District 62. Luther’s election to the Texas legislature marks a significant milestone for those who fought back against the oppressive mandates that defined much of the pandemic era. As a staunch advocate for individual rights, Luther’s victory is a clear stand against government overreach.
Luther became a symbol of resistance in 2020 when she re-opened her salon, Salon A La Mode, in defiance of state orders. “After about a month, my hair stylists were calling me, saying, ‘I can’t feed my kids,’ so we just made the decision to open back up, and I ended up in jail,” Luther said. Her actions sparked both controversy and admiration across the nation.
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
During the pandemic, businesses like dog groomers were allowed to operate, while salons like Luther’s remained closed, highlighting the unequal and often arbitrary enforcement of COVID-19 mandates. Luther’s defiance, which led to her arrest, became a rallying point for many Americans who felt their freedoms were being trampled by government actions. Her mugshot, showing two-inch roots, became an iconic image of government overreach.
Luther’s win is not just a personal triumph — it’s a victory for all those who believe in standing up to government power when it infringes on personal freedoms. By winning her state House seat, Luther has shown that there is a growing movement against the restrictions that many believe were unfair and damaging to businesses, individuals, and the economy.
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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
The race itself was hard-fought, with Luther defeating Democratic candidate Tiffany Drake with overwhelming support. Her platform centered on protecting individual rights, economic freedom, and pushing back against government overreach, issues that clearly resonated with voters in District 62.
Luther’s victory gives her the platform to continue her fight against government restrictions and to stand as a voice for those who were hurt by the lockdowns. Her dedication to protecting personal freedom will be a cornerstone of her work in the Texas legislature.
Congratulations to Liberty champion, @ShelleyLuther! #txlege #makelibertywin pic.twitter.com/HNCJjIifp7
— Young Americans for Liberty (@YALiberty) November 6, 2024