TNDP Party Chair Statement – Condemning Republicans in their Complacency Towards David Byrd
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by emily
4y ago
TNDP CHAIR CALLS ON GOVERNOR BILL LEE AND REPUBLICAN SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE CAMERON SEXTON TO PREVENT A SEXUAL PREDATOR RUNNING FOR OFFICE APRIL 1ST, 2020 (Nashville, TN) – After being accused of sexual assault by three women, Republican Representative David Byrd said he would not run for office. While Republican leadership sat back idly and did nothing, Byrd has now announced his decision to run again.  “Last year, Governor Bill Lee, along with Republican Speaker Cameron Sexton and the entire GOP caucus, implicitly condoned Representative David Byrd’s sexual assault of three 15 to ..read more
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TNDP CONDEMNS THE 5 TENNESSEE LEGISLATORS WHO VOTED AGAINST THE CORONAVIRUS AID BILL
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by emily
4y ago
Tennessee Democratic Chair Mary Mancini released the following statement in response to Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn, and Republican Congressmen Tim Burchett (Tenn-2), Scott DesJarlais (Tenn-4), John Rose (Tenn-6), and Mark Green (Tenn- 7) voting against the Coronavirus aid bill.  Tennesseans are losing their jobs at an alarming rate, parents are trying to figure out how they will continue to feed their children, and the uninsured are endangering themselves and others for fear of Coronavirus testing costs; yet five Tennessee Republicans voted NO for the necessary steps tha ..read more
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A Message for Democratic National Committee Convention Delegate Candidates & Selectors
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by emily
4y ago
“Out of an abundance of caution, to protect the health of Tennessee Democratic Party members and their loved ones, and promote social distancing, the TNDP will replace the in-person Congressional District Conventions that were to be held this Saturday, March 21, with remote Congressional District Conventions using a teleconferencing system. Just like the in-person caucuses, only selectors chosen during the March 7th County Conventions will be able to vote for delegates. If you are a selector or delegate candidate, you should have received an email yesterday with further instruct ..read more
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Tennessee Democratic Party Hires New Data Administrator
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by emily
4y ago
The Tennessee Democratic Party is excited to welcome and announce Julio Salazar as the new Data Administrator. Salazar will work with individual county parties, elected officials, candidates, volunteers, and the DNC to ensure efficiencies in voter contact and turnout. “Julio has the right skills and experience to utilize data and make a major impact this cycle. Once a TNDP intern, we’re excited to have him join the team full time as we work to win elections in 2020.” – Mary Mancini, TNDP Party Chair Originally from Morristown, Salazar spent much of the 2020 Democratic Presidenti ..read more
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Tennessee Democratic Party files lawsuit against Davidson County Election Commission and Secretary of State
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by emily
4y ago
Following the destruction of the Middle Tennessee Tornado in the early morning hours of Super Tuesday, hundreds of voters’ ability to cast their vote across Davidson County was obstructed. More than 15 polling locations suffered electrical and structural damages and many polls were delayed from opening until 8:00 AM. Hundreds of voters that arrived at 7:00 AM were not able to cast their vote, and furthermore, many arriving throughout the day found their polling place closed.  The Tennessee Democratic Party has filed a lawsuit seeking legal injunction against Davidson County Elect ..read more
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TNDP Party Chair Statement – General Assembly to Continue Slate of Hate in Wake of Middle Tennessee TornadoTragedy
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by emily
4y ago
In the wake of the Middle Tennessee Tornado Tragedy, Republican super majority decides to resume committees today to push their slate of hate. “Over two dozen Tennesseans pronounced dead, many of whom are children, and many more injured. Hundreds of homes lost and billions of dollars worth of damage. Thousands of Tennesseans are without power. Tennessee is devastated. The state legislature offices closed. As Tennesseans rally around our neighbors, Bill Lee and the Republican supermajority have decided to resume committee meetings today and push through permit-less gun carry and t ..read more
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TNDP Weekly Recap: Democrats Take Action
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by emily
4y ago
        Republicans spent the week abusing their power nationally and locally, while Democrats took action and pushed for real policies that affect real people. Advocating on behalf of Tennessee families, Democrats in the State House and Senate worked to improve lives for everyone living and working in our state: Senator Sara Kyle advocated for a tampon free tax weekend holiday.  Representative London Lamar worked to pass legislation to end sex trafficking.  Representative John Ray Clemmons pushed to expand and protect voting rights. Republicans, on the other hand,  are not ..read more
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TNDP Weekly Recap: Love is in the air, but Republicans continue to push hate
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by emily
4y ago
        Dear {{FirstName or ‘Friend’}}, Presidential Primary early voting has begun and we’re less than 3 weeks out from Election Day – Super Tuesday, March 3rd! [Early voting locations and times vary from county to county so contact your local county election commission for more info]. With Donald Trump’s time left as president coming to an end, Republicans are rushing to push their extremist agenda through in Nashville and Washington.  Example 1: After giving a State of the Union Address in which he “shredded the truth,”, it didn’t take Donald Trump long to break his promi ..read more
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TNDP Weekly Recap: Democrats Ask The Right Questions
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by emily
4y ago
  Dear Friends, There’s a lot to get to today – deadlines, trainings, and news – so let’s get to it! Have a great weekend! – Mary Mancini Chair, Tennessee Democratic Party ATTN: VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, MARCH 3RD The voter registration deadline for voting in the March 3rd presidential primary is this MONDAY, February 3rd. Make sure you double check your registration – many voters have been purged the past few years. After you’ve checked your voter registration, make sure to help a friend register to vote. Friends that vote together, stay together! Monday ..read more
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TNDP Introduces New Communications Director, Emily Cupples
Tennessee Democratic Party | Tennessee Politics Blog
by emily
4y ago
The Tennessee Democratic Party is excited to welcome and announce Emily Cupples as the Party’s Director of Communications. Cupples will work closely with individual county parties, elected officials, current candidates, Democrats, and the media to project the message of Tennessee’s Democratic Party on all fronts. “Emily has the right skills and experience to make a major impact this cycle. We’re excited to have her join the team as we work hard to win elections in 2020.” – Mary Mancini, TNDP Party Chair Cupples has a background in communication, marketing, and politics. Most rec ..read more
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