Blue Money

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In Knox County’s tightest race, Democratic challenger Gloria Johnson has outraised Republican Rep. Eddie Smith.

A Tale of Two Bredesens

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The final Senate debate revolves around whether the former governor is partisan or pragmatic.

Debate Day Is Here

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Bredesen and Blackburn square off at UT’s Baker Center (with Taylor Swift riding shotgun)

ACT-IVATED

Karl Dean appearing at ACT-ET forum 10/7/18

An alliance of East Tennessee social activists debuts with a candidate forum featuring a roster of Democrats. (Republicans were invited.)

Blue Push in a Red County

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Knox County’s legislative delegation will almost certainly remain largely Republican, but Democrats are contending for every seat this year. Here’s a look at both parties’ slates.

Third Round

Gloria Johnson and Eddie Smith

Republican incumbent Eddie Smith and Democratic challenger Gloria Johnson have tangled twice before. Will this time end differently?

On the Run

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From Marsha and Phil to the stay-at-home dad vs. the stay-at-home mom, an overview of the federal and state election campaigns winding their way through Knox County.

The Trouble With Turnout

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Tennessee has one of the lowest voting rates in the country. Why? And what will make it better?