Tag Archives: Politics
Princeps, Non Homines: Latin for “Bill Haslam”
We had to reach way back in the archives to compile this piece about the 2010 Tennessee Governor’s Race candidate and Webb School grad, Bill Haslam.
Will You Be Voting Haslam for Governor?
Gubernatorial candidate and Knoxville native Mayor Bill Haslam is off to a blazing start with his campaign. Former UT star Peyton Manning has even tossed $2,500 his way. As reported by the News Sentinel, Mayor Haslam has already raised close to $1.7 million; however, only $283,275 has been disclosed to date. We are reminded everyday[…] Read More »
Knox Charter Petition Claimed 50,000+ Signatures
The Bailey Post, a local insurance agency blog, is reporting that the Knox Charter Petition group obtained 50,000+ signatures. See you in November!
Another Young Professional Considering Run at Political Office
We told you about Ryan Haynes. Now, we’re telling you about John Duncan, III. With the announcement of Tim Burchett possibly running for mayor, someone informed us that Duncan, a YPK member, is seriously thinking of running for Burchett’s Senate position. Interesting news indeed. Any thoughts here? Looks like the new generation of Knoxville politics[…] Read More »
Reminder: County Commission Interviews
In case you’re wondering who’s a dud and who isn’t, give our County Commission interviews a read.
4 Tennessee Politicians that Blog
Stateline.org has the list. Most notably for Knoxvillian’s, Rep. Stacey Campfield.
MTV’s Rock the Vote Slams into UT
The 1 hour presentation will explore the political landscape of our democracy and highlight the importance of the ‘college-aged’ vote. Rock the Vote.
Knox Charter Petition receives backing from Knox County hopeful
64 concerned citizens are pushing a reform effort containing nine charter amendments that will hopefully make it to the August 2008 ballot. Ansley Haman of the News Sentinel writes: …the group wants voters to have more direct influence over a smaller commission; wants to prohibit county employees from serving on commission; and wants the next[…] Read More »
County Clerk Interview: Mike McMillan
Update: Elizabeth Derwort submitted a more refined version of Mr. McMillan’s answers to us today. She stated: “For some reason I attached the wrong one and sent you the rough draft with spelling errors. I have attached the corrected document in hopes that you would be able to repost it. This is our error and[…] Read More »
Citizens step up to change Knox County government
The public has spoken and decided that structure in Knox County government matters. Today, a letter was published in the News Sentinel signed by a Steering Committee to Knox County Commission with separate charter amendments attached asking them to place the amendments on the ballot and informing them that they are starting the process to[…] Read More »
