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Gov. Bredesen: We Can Be ‘Proud’ of Eric Stewart

On November 1, 2012 By

Former Governor’s Radio Spot Highlights Stewart’s Focus on Solutions — Not Politics 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Former Gov. Phil Bredesen is throwing his support behind Eric Stewart for Congress, calling the state senator “a man we Tennesseans can be proud to send to Washington” in an radio advertisement playing throughout the 4th [...]

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TNDP Chair: GOP Lawmakers ‘Out of Touch with Reality’

On September 9, 2011 By

1-in-10 hunting for jobs—Republican lawmaker says Tennessee ‘too easy’ on job seekers NASHVILLE — Tennessee Democratic Party Chairman Chip Forrester called out Republican lawmakers Thursday for being “out of touch with reality” on growing the state economy and assisting Tennessee’s 300,000 job seekers. “We don’t have a shortage of work ethic in Tennessee, we have [...]

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Haslam’s move on economic development abandons past success

On May 2, 2011 By

By State Sen. Lowe Finney

Gov. Bill Haslam’s announcement concerning the restructuring of the Department of Economic and Community Development came as a surprise to both of us, as well as to our constituents. The department is generally recognized as one of the best in the country, and Tennessee has repeatedly been named one of [...]

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Al Gore to Host Unity Breakfast for TNDP

On April 20, 2011 By

You are cordially invited to a

UNITY BREAKFAST
Democratic Leaders Uniting to Support the Tennessee Democratic Party

 

With The Honorable Al Gore

Friday, April 29, 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.

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State Democratic Party Chair Condemns High-Dollar ‘Pay-to-Play’ Republican Fundraiser

On March 31, 2011 By

Big Money Bash During Legislative Session Likely Breaks Election Finance Laws

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Democratic Party Chair Chip Forrester issued the following statement today condemning the state G.O.P.’s high-dollar fundraiser being hosted by Gov. Bill Haslam at the Governor’s mansion tonight:

We’re now 77 days into Gov. Bill Haslam’s first term. In that [...]

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Ty Cobb Delivers Real Solutions to District 62 Families

On September 21, 2009 By

State House District 62 candidate Ty Cobb understands hard work, family commitment and compassion are values all of us share. As a member of the General Assembly, he will be a strong voice for the people of Bedford, Lincoln and Rutherford counties.

Ty realizes that good roads, schools and utilities are vital for the kinds [...]

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TNDP to Reschedule Jackson Day Fundraiser; Top Democrats Join Event Lineup in Prelude to 2010

On April 24, 2009 By

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Democratic Party today announced plans to reschedule its annual Jackson Day fundraiser for late summer 2009 due to logistical and scheduling issues. The event had been set for May 30. A new date and location will be announced shortly.

Headlining the rescheduled event will be Governor Phil Bredesen, Democratic Leadership [...]

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Tennesseans hold positive view on Bredesen’s leadership over the state economy

On October 27, 2008 By

A recent Tennessean voter poll affirmed Phil Bredesen as an outstanding governor who has managed the state economy responsibly during the recent downturn.  Bredesen and the Democrats are probably the most likely to receive the support of voters this November because of their avoidance of wedge issues and their knowledge and competence on Tennessee budgetary issues.

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Gov. Bredesen visits East TN Farmers Co-op

On October 14, 2008 By

Governor Bredesen and state Senator Mike Williams toured the Rogersville Farm Co-op yesterday.  From the Kingsport Times News:

 

ROGERSVILLE — Gov. Phil Bredesen visited the Rogersville Farmers Co-op Monday to talk about his farm funding programs and observe a demonstration on how some equipment purchased with that funding works.

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Bredesen Endorses Tuke

On September 9, 2008 By

Yesterday, Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen delivered the follwing endorsement and fundraising appeal on behalf of the Tuke for Tennessee campaign:

Fellow Tennesseans,

Earlier today, Andrea and I contributed to Bob Tuke’s campaign for U.S. Senate and I hope you’ll join us in helping Bob right away.

I have endorsed Bob’s candidacy for many reasons, but chief [...]

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