Joyce Elliott, former state senator and liberal stalwart, has suffered a stroke

Former state Senator Joyce Elliott suffered a stroke earlier this week whereas in Texas, in keeping with a press launch from Get Loud Arkansas, the voter-registration group Elliott launched in 2021.

Kristin Foster, deputy director of Get Loud, issued the next assertion on behalf of the group: “The GLA staff really appreciates everybody who has reached out to indicate assist and love for Senator Elliott. She is a fighter, and her dedication to a simply and equitable democracy propels us ahead.”

The complete press launch from Get Loud:

This week, whereas in Dallas, former state Senator Joyce Elliott skilled a stroke. After two days of remedy in Texas, Senator Elliott was transferred to Little Rock and is now receiving care the place she might be near residence. She underwent a profitable surgical procedure, however docs haven’t made any determinations about her long-term prognosis. It’s anticipated that she’s going to start a rehabilitation program as quickly as she is ready.

 

Joyce Elliott, generally known as the state’s liberal lioness, is a life-long educator. She served within the Arkansas Home of Representatives from 2001 to 2007 and within the Arkansas Senate from 2009 to 2023. She at present serves because the Govt Director of Get Loud Arkansas the place she seeks to extend civic participation. She is a proud native of Willisville, Arkansas (Nevada County) and a graduate of Southern Arkansas College and Ouachita Baptist College.

 

The subsequent week is essential. We respectfully ask that you just honor her household’s request for a lot wanted privateness and chorus from calls or visits at the moment. We’ll subject one other assertion within the upcoming days. Within the interim, we humbly ask on your prayers.    

The Democratic Get together of Arkansas additionally issued an announcement:

“The whole state ought to elevate up Senator Joyce Elliott,” mentioned Democratic Get together of Arkansas Chair Grant Tennille. “Her love of Arkansas and her compassion for its individuals have motivated hundreds to public service and advocacy for many years. All of us have a greater residence due to her selflessness. At this time, we’re rallying behind her, praying for her well being, and respecting her privateness.”

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