Debate Question from a Student in Johnson City
Monday, January 28th, 2008Any takers?
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Phil Roe’s Announcement to Run for the First Congressional District in Tennessee
Thursday, January 24th, 2008Mayor of Johnson City, Phil Roe announces his candidacy for the Republic nomination for the First Congressional District in Tennessee currently occupied by Republican David Davis.
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Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford, Jr. Debate
Monday, October 9th, 2006The 2006 political race is like none seen before in the history of our nation. With the recent growth of blogs, podcasts and now YouTube, the internet continues to play a larger role in politics. In case you missed the Debate between Tennessee Senate hopefuls, Bob Corker and Harold Ford, Jr.; it can now be seen on YouTube. While YouTube is known well for the humorous short videos, the website is also changing the face of politics. Now voters have a wealth of information being dispensed in convenient ways. The video of the debate is broken into sections and the links are below.
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Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 2
Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 3
Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 4
Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 5
Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 6
Bob Corker vs. Harold Ford Jr. - Part 7
Another Tax Holiday
Thursday, May 25th, 2006
Tennessee could be receiving a second sales-tax holiday. In case you didn't know, our state will be having our first sales-tax-free holiday on August 4-6. People in the state do not have to pay sales tax on school supplies, clothing, and computers. The state Senate has approved a plan that will create another holiday sometime in the Spring. The Senate also approved some other great tax measures that still needs approval by the House and the Governor. State employees and teachers will be receiving a pay raise and better retirement plans. The state's universities will receive more money to reduce tuition increases. Some seniors will receive some property tax relief and there will be an increase in the state's "rainy day" fund. All of these tax measures sound great, but I think the state deserves more tax relief. We have some of the highest sales tax rates in the nation and a huge surplus in the coffers. I think it is about time that we reduce the sales tax, especially on groceries. They raised it to its highest levels when we suffered a budget shortfall. We now have a surplus; I think it is about time that we got back down. Tennesseans deserve it! (story here)filed under: tennessee, politics, thoughts
Cover Tennessee
Tuesday, March 28th, 2006
Governor Bredesen announced last night his plans for "Cover Tennessee," a program to help Tennesseans receive health insurance. They hope to cover as many as 185,000 citizens at a cost of $190 million. This plan also includes programs to cover children, to cover prescriptions, and to combat obesity. Cover TN will be offered through employers, and eligible workers will have to pay around $50 for premiums. I'm glad that Bredesen is doing something; we certainly have a problem that needs to be resolved. It seems like a pretty good plan. I'm not sure how much it will cover. It seems to me that estimated required funds are quite low considering health-care costs; I'm afraid that people will end up getting bare-bones coverage. I guess, though, that something is better than nothing. Funny though that he announces his grand plan in an election year...mighty convenient. (story here)filed under: tennessee, politics
Is this true?
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2006I thought I heard yesterday listening to WJCW news break. That in Kingsport, there are now going to be cameras attached at certain intersections to record speeders, accidents, law breakers,etc.etc. ?
and if you are caught speeding through this particular intersection. The camera will photo, your license plate and your face?
Then the city of Kingsport will send you a citation in the mail?
If this is true, who or whom came up with this INVASIVE , BS ! I dare them to send me one !
Please, anyone that knows the facts on this, chime in !
