Progressive Politics from Memphis
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Ramsey: “I’m from the Government and I’m Here to Help”
TN Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey is one attention seeking son of a gun. Since his elevation to the Speaker of the Senate in 2007, Ramsey has used his bully pulpit to spout off all kinds of nonsense, most of which has gone unchallenged. Yesterday, the Lt. Governor had another “event”. He declared that the Memphis…
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Realizing Hope Requires Action
Ed. Note:This is not a “Bash Obama from the Left” post. All told, I feel his administration has accomplished a lot, some things better than others. Rather, this post seeks to address the particular problems surrounding perception and reality, idealism and the circumstances one finds one self in while seeking that idealistic end, as well…
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#MCS Referendum – Election Day
Today is election day on the School referendum. Polls are open from 7am to 7pm. If you’re unsure where to vote click here and follow the form instructions. As with other elections, if you are in line at 7pm, you will be allowed to vote. Weather forecasts show thunderstorms rolling in this afternoon. If you…
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#MCS Following the Media – 3/6/11
Tomorrow is election day. Block off some time in your busy schedule and get off your butt and vote. If you’re not sure where to do that, use this handy dandy precinct locator. The Referendum, Four Opinions In the Sunday edition of the Commercial Appeal, four opinion pieces appeared: two from current Shelby County Commissioners,…
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#MCS Following the Media – 2/26/11 – 3/5/11
We’re entering the final stretch. It’s been a crazy ride. While my coverage of this has slowed considerably due to other commitments, the media has still, by and large, been all over this like a pack of wild dogs on an injured animal. Because of the complexities of this issue initially, I’ve pretty much just…
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#MCS Following the Media – 2/21/11-2/25/11
Early voting has been going on for just over a week and as of the last count released, 10601 voters had participated. This number only accounts for voters that have participated through Thursday, so I’m sure the total is higher now. The pace of early voters picked up starting on Saturday when satellite locations opened…