With Friends Like U.S., Ukraine Doesn’t Need Enemies

Trump's policies shift advantage to Putin

Hazy View of Smoky Peak Advisors

Hatley Consultant Still Hiding in the Shadows

Amending the Constitution, Again

3 Constitutional Amendments await voters on Election Day

Common Ground. Common Good.

Weatherspoon positioned to capture State Senate seat

Blackburn Gets 'Jacked'

Senator files suit against former Special Prosecutor

Amending the Constitution, Again

3 Constitutional Amendments await voters on Election Day

Problems to fix, People to be Heard

Pinkston Declines to Withdraw from Governor's Race

UPDATE: David Hatley’s Effort to Buy Governor’s Seat Still Lacking in Transparency

Of particular concern is a shadowy consultant paid nearly $200,000

Two Things Can Be True at Once

Blackburn Calls for Gerrymander of 9th Congressional District

Just Sports or Violence Against Women?

Sydney Sweeney and Holly Rowe Controversies Insidiously LInked

The Strange Case of Mayor Paul Young and Mr. PY from Whitehaven

Uncharacteristic response from Mayor both good and bad

President Trump Missing

GOP primary candidate Brent Taylor scrubs his site of evidence of Trump endorsement

What If It Happened Again?

How would the American people respond in this polarized environment?

Democrats Stretch on Analysis of Recent Polls

Truth Hurts about Liklihood of Pearson Defeating Taylor in TN-9

Harris Street Naming Turns Petty

Honoring a former State Senator, Councilman, and two-term Mayor should be simple

3 Things We Love to Hate about Hegseth

The 'Secretary of War' elicits an extra measure of disgust from anti-Trump voices

Make It Make Sense

Delaying the release of Andrew Hayes following 20 years of wrongful imprisonment

Meta Settlement Could Address Mental Health Crisis

The state needs a comprehensive plan and a commitment from lawmakers to sustain it

Sympathy for Natalie Harp

Despite the bizarre behavior, Trump deserves the scrutiny, not Harp

5 Steps City Leaders Should Take During the Data Center Moratorium

The moratorium has the potential to be a win for all sides in the debate

Voucher Chickens Coming Home to Roost

Data shows wealthier families benefitting and students underperforming

Who Wore It Worse?

Karoline Leavitt takes off the press secretary hat but may not be the worst to do the job

UPDATE: David Hatley’s Effort to Buy Governor’s Seat Still Lacking in Transparency

Of particular concern is a shadowy consultant paid nearly $200,000

7 Priorities for Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery

Lowery has a big job ahead, but these 7 things will set the stage for success

The Search for Daylight Between Progressive Capitalists and Democratic Socialists

Lack of obvious difference could cost Dems the Senate and the Presidency

Herenton Had Successes, but He's Not the Model for Public Service

Lapses in character and judgment limit his statesmanship

7 Reasons Iran War Not 'Very Complete'

Whether or not 'boots on the ground,' U.S. military engagement could be for the long haul

Hey Fauci haters, his decisions saved lives. Including mine.

USA Today Columnist Blake Fontenay Shares his COVID-19 Story

Taxpayers Get a Summer TAN

But it's nothing to be burned up about...at least not yet.

Marsha’s No Good, Very Bad Month

Ethics investigation and scathing attack ad contribute to weakened frontrunner status

We Don't Recall

Dark money entity pushes to end takeover lawsuit

Unforced Errors

Late Cycle Attack Ads Fueled by Avoidable Mistakes

Hegseth Testifies on Cost of Iran War

Demonstrates again why he is wholly unqualified for the job

With Friends Like These...

Political endorsements tell who candidates really are

3 Takeaways from Trump's Election Security Speech

Despite claims in speech, elections are safe but democracy isn't

It's Not Ignorance. It's Entitlement.

Latest local government investigation is just more of the same.

Chaz Molder: The Andy-Dote for Embarrassing Representation

District 5 Race is the Best Shot for Democrats

Audit Reveals Major Concerns

But plenty of blame to go around

Graham Platner Redux

Democratic party should have moved on more than a month ago

A Temporary Reprieve for Sick Children

Judge halts effort to report sickest immigrant kids to immigration enforcement

This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

Misdeeds with grant money ruin the programs for everyone

250th Anniversary Celebration is a Chance to Reset American Ideals

Americans are not obligated to subscribe to Trump's interpretation

Sawyer Indictment Looks Bad, but So Does the Gloating of Conservatives

She deserves the same consideration given to indicted Republican allies

Like Border Wall, Ballroom a Taxpayer Burden

Trump’s promise of private funding only partially true.

Data Centers Take Center Stage in Tennessee’s Gubernatorial Race

Also, an Update on John Rose’s Attempt to Get Back in the Race

Race for Tennessee Governor About to Get Nasty?

Rose Campaign Seems to Have Little Choice about Attacking Blackburn

Accountability for the Death of Austin Metcalf Reached Further Than Karmelo Anthony

America needs to take a hard look at the culture of high school sports

4 Ways the Memphis Safe Task Force Lacks Transparency

Measuring the true impact of the operation requires more detailed data

Platner's Plight Disqualifying

Integrity demands Democrats cut their losses and invest elsewhere

Yes on 2 Will Pass

But it doesn't mean that it's a good idea for Tennessee

DeBerry Partially Answers Urgent Questions. New Questions Arise.

It’s Not the Crime. It’s the Cover Up.

Non-disclosure Proposal Designed to Hide Administration’s Transgressions

Two Offices are Better than One

Haphazard redistricting leads politicians to seek two offices at once

What I got Right. What I got Wrong.

Update on 7 Predictions for the MSCS Takeover

A Duty to the Constitution

Do Your Part No Matter How Small It Seems

Delay of Carruthers Execution Not an Act of Mercy

Governor Lee's Decision is about Preserving the State's Death Penalty

MAGA Misses the Plot

No Legal, Ethical, or Moral Line Trump Won’t Cross

U.S. Senate Can't Be Gerrymandered, and It's in Play

The latest on 5 races Democrats can win

The Best Candidate for Governor You May Not Have Heard Of...Yet

Independent Lauren Pinkston is a legitimate candidate for Tennessee Governor

The Budget Dance Begins

County Mayor Lee Harris Presents His Final Budget

4 Observations from Tennessee’s Redistricting Vote

What You May Have Missed

Shelby County Primary Elections

Lowery, Buckner, Hall winners, Feagins Flunks Out

The Indefatigable Henri Brooks

Before the Tennessee 3, there was Henri

Common Ground. Common Good.

Weatherspoon positioned to capture State Senate seat

Blackburn Gets 'Jacked'

Senator files suit against former Special Prosecutor

Amending the Constitution, Again

3 Constitutional Amendments await voters on Election Day

Problems to fix, People to be Heard

Pinkston Declines to Withdraw from Governor's Race

UPDATE: David Hatley’s Effort to Buy Governor’s Seat Still Lacking in Transparency

Of particular concern is a shadowy consultant paid nearly $200,000

Two Things Can Be True at Once

Blackburn Calls for Gerrymander of 9th Congressional District

Just Sports or Violence Against Women?

Sydney Sweeney and Holly Rowe Controversies Insidiously LInked

The Strange Case of Mayor Paul Young and Mr. PY from Whitehaven

Uncharacteristic response from Mayor both good and bad

President Trump Missing

GOP primary candidate Brent Taylor scrubs his site of evidence of Trump endorsement

What If It Happened Again?

How would the American people respond in this polarized environment?

Democrats Stretch on Analysis of Recent Polls

Truth Hurts about Liklihood of Pearson Defeating Taylor in TN-9

Harris Street Naming Turns Petty

Honoring a former State Senator, Councilman, and two-term Mayor should be simple

3 Things We Love to Hate about Hegseth

The 'Secretary of War' elicits an extra measure of disgust from anti-Trump voices

Make It Make Sense

Delaying the release of Andrew Hayes following 20 years of wrongful imprisonment

Meta Settlement Could Address Mental Health Crisis

The state needs a comprehensive plan and a commitment from lawmakers to sustain it

Sympathy for Natalie Harp

Despite the bizarre behavior, Trump deserves the scrutiny, not Harp

5 Steps City Leaders Should Take During the Data Center Moratorium

The moratorium has the potential to be a win for all sides in the debate

Voucher Chickens Coming Home to Roost

Data shows wealthier families benefitting and students underperforming

Who Wore It Worse?

Karoline Leavitt takes off the press secretary hat but may not be the worst to do the job

UPDATE: David Hatley’s Effort to Buy Governor’s Seat Still Lacking in Transparency

Of particular concern is a shadowy consultant paid nearly $200,000

7 Priorities for Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery

Lowery has a big job ahead, but these 7 things will set the stage for success

The Search for Daylight Between Progressive Capitalists and Democratic Socialists

Lack of obvious difference could cost Dems the Senate and the Presidency

Herenton Had Successes, but He's Not the Model for Public Service

Lapses in character and judgment limit his statesmanship

7 Reasons Iran War Not 'Very Complete'

Whether or not 'boots on the ground,' U.S. military engagement could be for the long haul

Hey Fauci haters, his decisions saved lives. Including mine.

USA Today Columnist Blake Fontenay Shares his COVID-19 Story

Taxpayers Get a Summer TAN

But it's nothing to be burned up about...at least not yet.

Marsha’s No Good, Very Bad Month

Ethics investigation and scathing attack ad contribute to weakened frontrunner status

We Don't Recall

Dark money entity pushes to end takeover lawsuit

Unforced Errors

Late Cycle Attack Ads Fueled by Avoidable Mistakes

Hegseth Testifies on Cost of Iran War

Demonstrates again why he is wholly unqualified for the job

With Friends Like These...

Political endorsements tell who candidates really are

3 Takeaways from Trump's Election Security Speech

Despite claims in speech, elections are safe but democracy isn't

It's Not Ignorance. It's Entitlement.

Latest local government investigation is just more of the same.

Chaz Molder: The Andy-Dote for Embarrassing Representation

District 5 Race is the Best Shot for Democrats

Audit Reveals Major Concerns

But plenty of blame to go around

Graham Platner Redux

Democratic party should have moved on more than a month ago

A Temporary Reprieve for Sick Children

Judge halts effort to report sickest immigrant kids to immigration enforcement

This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

Misdeeds with grant money ruin the programs for everyone

250th Anniversary Celebration is a Chance to Reset American Ideals

Americans are not obligated to subscribe to Trump's interpretation

Sawyer Indictment Looks Bad, but So Does the Gloating of Conservatives

She deserves the same consideration given to indicted Republican allies

Like Border Wall, Ballroom a Taxpayer Burden

Trump’s promise of private funding only partially true.

Data Centers Take Center Stage in Tennessee’s Gubernatorial Race

Also, an Update on John Rose’s Attempt to Get Back in the Race

Race for Tennessee Governor About to Get Nasty?

Rose Campaign Seems to Have Little Choice about Attacking Blackburn

Accountability for the Death of Austin Metcalf Reached Further Than Karmelo Anthony

America needs to take a hard look at the culture of high school sports

4 Ways the Memphis Safe Task Force Lacks Transparency

Measuring the true impact of the operation requires more detailed data

Platner's Plight Disqualifying

Integrity demands Democrats cut their losses and invest elsewhere

Yes on 2 Will Pass

But it doesn't mean that it's a good idea for Tennessee

DeBerry Partially Answers Urgent Questions. New Questions Arise.

It’s Not the Crime. It’s the Cover Up.

Non-disclosure Proposal Designed to Hide Administration’s Transgressions

Two Offices are Better than One

Haphazard redistricting leads politicians to seek two offices at once

What I got Right. What I got Wrong.

Update on 7 Predictions for the MSCS Takeover

A Duty to the Constitution

Do Your Part No Matter How Small It Seems

Delay of Carruthers Execution Not an Act of Mercy

Governor Lee's Decision is about Preserving the State's Death Penalty

MAGA Misses the Plot

No Legal, Ethical, or Moral Line Trump Won’t Cross

U.S. Senate Can't Be Gerrymandered, and It's in Play

The latest on 5 races Democrats can win

The Best Candidate for Governor You May Not Have Heard Of...Yet

Independent Lauren Pinkston is a legitimate candidate for Tennessee Governor

The Budget Dance Begins

County Mayor Lee Harris Presents His Final Budget

4 Observations from Tennessee’s Redistricting Vote

What You May Have Missed

Shelby County Primary Elections

Lowery, Buckner, Hall winners, Feagins Flunks Out

The Indefatigable Henri Brooks

Before the Tennessee 3, there was Henri