In 2019 Tennesseans saw a lot of “news” from the state Capitol. A new governor, two new speakers of the House of Representatives, and the state’s first ever school voucher law.
Thanksgiving 2019 Playlist: Nashville Public Radio’s 17 Favorite Podcasts Of The Year
If there’s one thing we at Nashville Public Radio love more than a recipe that uses Thanksgiving leftovers in an unexpected way, it’s making that delightful recipe while listening to podcasts.
The Tri-Star State: In Tennessee, Impeachment Procedures Might Not Change How People Approach 2020 Election
On a recent chilly afternoon last week at Nashville’s Centennial Park, Sean Michel was walking his dog with a friend. This was also the first day of impeachment hearings against President Donald Trump. Michel didn’t hesitate to share his thoughts on impeachment.
The Tri-Star State: Why The UAW Strike Is Crossing Party Lines
The impact of the latest nationwide strike by union workers against General Motors is beginning to be quantified. According to multiple reports, the automaker has lost about $1 billion since the strike started three weeks ago.
The Tri-Star State: House Speaker Cameron Sexton On House Culture, Transparency And David Byrd
Listen The new speaker of the Tennessee House is making the case that he is different from his predecessor. In an interview with WPLN, Crossville Republican Cameron Sexton said he wants to create an environment where members welcome different opinions.
The Tri-Star State: Meet Cameron Sexton, The Man Likely To Become House Speaker
Listen Followers of Tennessee state politics have a new name to focus on: Cameron Sexton. The Crossville Republican is set to replace Glen Casada as House Speaker after a vote by the House GOP caucus last week.
The Tri-Star State: Political Outsiders, Trump Allies More Likely To Win Senate Race In Tennessee
Listen The open U.S. Senate race in Tennessee just got interesting. Former Gov. Bill Haslam decided he will not run, opening the door for other Republicans who may have been holding back. And the next day, President Donald Trump tweeted that the U.S. ambassador to Japan, Tennessee’s Bill Hagerty, is getting into the race.
The Tri-Star State: A New Administration Means New Priorities
Listen A Tennessee initiative to boost literacy rates is in jeopardy. The Read To Be Ready program launched in 2016 and had an ambitious goal of increasing literacy among third graders. But its popular summer camp program has officially run out of funds.
The Tri-Star State: Lawmakers Push Back On House Speaker Glen Casada And Call For Special Session
There’s an official date for Rep. Glen Casada to leave his post as speaker but, for some lawmakers Aug. 2 is not soon enough. They want him to resign…
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