Billy Jack Goes to Washington is a 1977 political drama film directed by Tom Laughlin and starring Tom Laughlin, E.G. Marshall, and Delores Taylor. The film is a sequel to the popular movie Billy Jack (1971) and follows the character Billy Jack, a Vietnam veteran and former Green Beret who returns to society as a kickboxing martial artist. In the previous film, Billy Jack is imprisoned for killing a corrupt sheriff and is sentenced to five years in jail.
In the sequel, Billy Jack is given a chance to work for the government and enact change in the political system. The story begins when a senator from California dies suddenly after conducting an investigation into the nuclear power industry. The remaining senator and the state governor are under intense pressure to find a replacement who will support their corrupt deals and not cause any further complications.
They eventually decide to offer the position to Billy Jack, hoping that he will bring in young voters to the party and won't be capable of making any significant political changes. However, Billy Jack surprises everyone by taking his new role seriously and becoming a champion for the people. He challenges the corrupt system and puts his life on the line to uncover the truth about the nuclear power industry.
The film deals with themes of corruption, power, and the struggle for political change. It received mixed reviews from critics but became a box office success and contributed to the Billy Jack franchise's continued popularity. The film's final speech, delivered by Billy Jack, has become iconic and is still used as an example of inspiring political rhetoric.