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Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

How The Recount In 2000 Differs From What’s Happening Now

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

November 12, 2020

A Davidson County ballot shows the Republican and Democratic candidates for president.
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As President Trump refuses to concede, many in the Republican Party have defended his decision, saying he has the right to ask for recounts. And they point at the 2000 presidential election as an example of the process being normal.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Al Gore, Donald Trump, Election 2020, George Bush, Joe Biden, John Vile

Joining Other Republicans, Gov. Lee Says He’s Not Ready To Recognize Biden As President-Elect

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

November 9, 2020

President Donald Trump, Gov. Bill Lee and first lady Maria Lee survey tornado damage in Tennessee in March.

Like many other Republicans across the country, Gov. Bill Lee is not recognizing Joe Biden as the president-elect. At least for now. Talking to reporters Monday, Lee said there are some processes that have not concluded, like recounts in some states and legal challenges.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Bill Hagerty, Bill Lee, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Marsha Blackburn

Tennessee Voters With Disabilities Still Face Barriers At Polling Sites

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

November 3, 2020

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A new report by the Tennessee Disability Coalition found that Tennessee has the second-lowest turnout of voters with disabilities and that many of the challenges this community faces can have easy solutions.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Barbara Bandy, Election 2020, Jeff Strand, Tennessee Disability Coalition, Thomas Bandy, Tre Hargett

The Tri-Star State: Some Useful Tips For When You Vote On Election Day

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

November 1, 2020

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Over a million people in Tennessee have already voted early or by mail. But, many more are expected to cast their ballots this Tuesday. WPLN News shares some information for your might want to know for your vote to count.

Filed Under: Politics, Programs, The Tri-Star State Tagged With: Election 2020

Tennessee Insurance Commissioner Was Accused Of Sexual Harassment Before Resignation

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

October 30, 2020

A month before his resignation, Tennessee’s Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Hodgen Mainda was investigated for sexual harassment — including allegations of unwelcome sexual advances and touching.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Bill Lee, Hodgen Mainda, Laine Arnold

Gov. Lee Loses Two State Commissioners In One Day

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

October 27, 2020

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The heads of the state Department of Commerce and Insurance and the state Department of Human Services have stepped down from Gov. Lee’s administration. Lee’s office confirmed Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Hodgen Mainda’s decision on Tuesday afternoon.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Bill Lee, Danielle Barnes

Second Presidential Debate At Belmont University Goes Smoothly

By Sergio Martínez-BeltránandChas Sisk

October 22, 2020

Crews build the stage for the presidential debate at Belmont University.

For a moment, it didn’t seem like it was going to happen. But after months of preparation, the last presidential debate has taken place without any major hiccups. The event marks a milestone for Belmont University.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Belmont University, Election 2020

Sen. Lamar Alexander Defends Infectious Disease Expert Anthony Fauci After President’s Criticism

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

October 19, 2020

In what could be one of his last public disagreements with President Donald Trump, Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander has defended the work of the country’s top expert on infectious diseases. In a statement and a tweet Monday, Alexander said people should actually be paying more attention to what Dr. Anthony Fauci has to say.

Filed Under: Coronavirus In Depth, Coronavirus Live Updates, WPLN News Tagged With: Anthony Fauci, Coronavirus In Tennessee, Donald Trump, Lamar Alexander

The Tri-Star State: Answering More Of Your Questions On Absentee Voting

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

October 18, 2020

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Early voting started last week, and thousands of Tennesseans have already voted in person. But there are still WPLN listeners who want to vote absentee yet have concerns about it. So, reporters at WPLN News have been reading your questions regarding mail-in voting and have some new answers.

Filed Under: Politics, The Tri-Star State Tagged With: Curious Nashville, Election 2020

Belmont University Hopes Sticking With Presidential Debate Pays Off

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

October 15, 2020

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The university sees this as an opportunity for the world to know more about Belmont. And they know this platform actually works.

Filed Under: Politics, WPLN News Tagged With: Belmont University, Bob Fisher, Donald Trump, Election 2020, Jackson Bowling, Jada Harris, Joe Biden

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