The Anderson County Republican Party Doesn’t Care About Public Schools—They Want to Control Them
Anderson County Republican Chair Myra Mansfield just admitted what we’ve suspected all along: Republicans don’t think school boards exist to serve students.
They said the quiet part out loud. Public schools aren’t here for politicians. They exist to educate our kids. If Republicans don’t believe that, they don’t belong anywhere near our schools.
Feeling Hopeless? Get Out and Get Moving.
I walked out of Democratic HQ feeling exhausted, frustrated, and mad. So many people are already talking like we’ve lost. But we haven’t.
We knew this was coming. It’s scary—but that’s exactly why we can’t give up. We’re just two weeks in—way yonder too early to throw in the towel.
Find Your People, Build Your Power: A Letter to Those Ready to Fight
Feeling overwhelmed by politics? Real change doesn’t start at the top—it starts locally. This article breaks down how to get off social media, build real community power, and take action where it matters. Organizing is the only way forward.
The Truth About Vouchers: Governor Lee’s Plan Hurts Tennessee Public Schools
“Governor Bill Lee’s latest attempt to push school vouchers onto Tennessee undermines public education, disguises inequity as opportunity, and prioritizes affluent families over those in need. It’s time to demand real investments in our public schools and reject this “reverse Robin Hood” scheme.”
Partisan Politics Meets the Classroom
Mary Crank’s first act as a newly elected member of the Oak Ridge Board of Education wasn’t to support our schools or listen to families—it was to push a partisan agenda by attempting to block a resolution opposing school vouchers. This is what happens when we overlook the importance of local elections.
A Thriving Democratic Community Is Our Strongest Defense
“In times of uncertainty, it’s our community that gives us strength. Here in Anderson County, a thriving Democratic network isn’t just about politics—it’s about neighbors coming together to protect our schools, stand up for our values, and fight for a better future. As we face national challenges, we know that change begins at the local level, with each of us refusing to let despair win.”