Category Archives: Tennessee Politics

Tennessee Politics is political happenings that occur in the State of Tennessee (not including news in Tennessee’s 1st Congressional District which is considered local news).

Speaker Pro-Tempore Causes Worry

Posted on December 3, 2008 by Josh

For the past several years, the GOP has show us how not to lead.  As a Republican, I feel that it is my duty to speak out when I see things that potentially damage our party.  I take it upon … Continue reading →

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Red Hat Rob’s “Reapportionment & Redistricting 101”

Posted on November 14, 2008 by Josh

Red Hat Rob has a blog entry explaining the reapportionment of congressional seats following the census and the redistricting that can and will take place following the census.  Gerrymandering will more than likely take the Tennessee delegation from being in the Republican minority … Continue reading →

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Rep. Kent Williams to Vote for Mumpower for Speaker

Posted on November 10, 2008 by Josh

The Carter County State Representative and frequent (former?) target of The Arrowood Dispatch has stated that he will vote for Jason Mumpower as Speaker of the House.  I want to congratulate Rep. Williams on this move though I wonder why … Continue reading →

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Tennessee GOP House Party

Posted on November 6, 2008 by Josh

The Tennessee Republican Party was a big winner on Tuesday even as the Democrats won throughout most of the rest of the nation.  The Tennessee State Senate should remain under the leadership of Lt. Gov. Ramsey.  The Tennessee Senate had … Continue reading →

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