Progressive Politics from Memphis
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Spying on the Changemakers
The Memphis Police Department is headed to court for spying on local activists. How much “spying” on peaceful activists is “right” for Memphis? Is any?
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To Cover, or Not To Cover – The Media’s 45 Problem
Threats against journalists are at an all time high, thanks to a President who sees them as the enemy. So how can the media cover THIS President in THIS environment? Here are some of my ideas
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Blue Wave Washes Over Shelby
The August 2018 Shelby County election brought a blue wave to County government. Here’s a shout out to the candidates and a look to the future.
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Early Voting – Where Were the Young Voters?
A lot of ink has been spilled pondering the low turnout among young voters. There are plenty of reasons why young voters don’t turn out in local elections. Here are just a few.
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We’re Still Fighting the Civil War
The Civil War may have ended over 150 years ago, but we’re still fighting it. And the ideas of the Old South are winning.
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Last Day of Early Voting
Today, Saturday, July 28th is the last day of early voting in the August 2nd election. So far, the Election Commission reports that just over 63,000 people have voted early (through Thursday). You too can be a member of this exclusive club (less than 12% of voters). There are 26 locations open today (Calvary Episcopal…