Every Saturday in April, join us for some coffee and write some postcards to eligible voters to encourage them to vote in every election and to always vote for their own party in primaries, so that the results more accurately reflect that we are here, we are active, and our numbers are growing.

THIS WEDNESDAY! Let's call Democratic voters and make sure they come out and vote in the MAY 5 primary, to support candidates & show Blount County we are growing in numbers. Bring your cell phone (plus a tablet or laptop if you have one) and tell voters every election matters and every vote matters.

While city elections are spread out among the 3 election dates, everyone votes in the primary for Blount County (MAY 5), in the state and federal primary (AUG 6), and of course we all vote to elect who will serve us at the state and federal level (NOV 3).

I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Blount County” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

We the people are run our elections, check our IDs, direct us to the right booth, and make sure we feed our paper copies into the counting machines. We don't need ICE agents looking over our shoulders or pseudo FBI walking off with our ballot boxes. #DemocracyMatters #Vote2026 #wethepeople #noICE

We're at The Bird and the Book TONIGHT to visit, nosh, share a drink and sign candidate petitions to get Dems on the ballot. Invite your friends, because we need a lot of signatures. Come meet some of the candidates and help them qualify to be on the ballot.

Register to vote now on your state's website! Check your status & get friends to join you. Every vote counts! 🗳️ #RegisterToVote

Our Freedom Day community event will be held at the Blount County Courthouse next Sunday February 8 from 2-4, so, in the meantime, we are sharing some reminders that freedom isn't free and every generation needs to meet the challenge to protect & defend it. #FreedomDay #RunForOffice

Our Freedom Day event is at the Blount County Courthouse next Sunday February 8 from 2-4. Join us next as we celebrate President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. Here are some wise words till then, reminders that freedom isn't free and every generation has to protect and defend it. #RunForOffice

THE DEADLINE TO TURN IN CANDIDATE PETITIONS for the MAY 5 election is 2 weeks from today. FEB 13 at noon. If YOU live in BLOUNT COUNTY school districts 3,5 or 7, and care about education, call our Candidate Hotline 865-268-9426 for more information about how to run.

Due to inclement weather and deep cold, we have postponed our National Freedom Day event till next Sunday, FEB 8. Same time and location. We hope to see you all then!

The deadline to file a petition to run for BC School Board and all other County positions is Feb 19 noon. 1 Democrat running for CSB District 1. Districts 3 and 5: no candidates yet. District 7: 1 Republican. (incumbent). Consider running for school board. Call for more information. #runforoffice

Have you watched with horror as government programs have been dismantled, the justice system corrupted and ICE turned in to a violent secretive, out-of-control army? Are you horrified at the idea of Marsha Blackburn as your next governor? JOIN US, because we are stronger together. #DemocracyInAction

Our Freedom Day community event is at the Blount County Courthouse on Sunday February 1 from 2-4. Here are some protect and defend it. Join us Sunday as we celebrate President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. #FreedomDay #runforoffice

Recommend attending No Kings's event, “Eyes on ICE: Document and Record” - sign up now to join others interested in learning more. www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

When Democrats don’t run locally, extreme policies coming from the state go unchallenged and communities get ignored. Run for office. Give voters a real choice. The Blount County Dems are here to help — You don’t have to do this alone. Give us a call and let's talk. (865) 268-9426 #RunForOffice

Your vote really does matter. America is at a crossroads and who votes and who doesn't in 2026 will determine the direction we go. It's EASY to register, so if you haven't done it yet, how about doing it now? Point your phone at the QR code or head to the website. #RegisterToVote

The most important thing you bring when you run is YOU. People appreciate authenticity and a sincere desire to serve. If you love Blount County and its people, give them a choice on the ballot between a Democrat and a Republican. Change starts here. Let it start with you. #DemocracyInAction

The way any party or person wins an election is by how many registered voters vote for them. That's the absolute one thing you must do to help your candidates and your party to win. REGISTER. VOTE. So take the few minutes needed, and REGISTER TO VOTE. #RegisterToVote

Trumpism extends to statehouses, county commissions, school boards, & courtrooms, including here in Blount County. When Dems don’t run locally, extreme policies go unchallenged and communities get ignored. It’s time more of us step up. Run for office. Force accountability. Give voters a real choice.

Remembering Dr. King: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that." Let's keep the light shining! ✨ #MLK #Equality.

Allowing 17 year olds to preregister is a great benefit that Tennessee offers, so spread the word. Check with the young people you know and make sure they get the word. Turn 17? Pre-register to vote. No risk of missing out on voting, because of voter registration deadlines. Get it done early. Snap.

Democrats Maryville City Councilwoman Sarah Herron, TN State Rep Sam McKenzie, and TNDP Vice Chair Nathan Higdon at the MLK luncheon. Keynote speaker Rep. McKenzie summed how important it is to take the right actions with “If your presence makes a difference, then your absence makes no difference.”

Tennesseans are demanding change. They are ready to vote for Democrats. If you’re thinking about running, give us a call at (865) 268-9426 and let's talk about it. For a list of local offices up for election this cycle—and key filing and election dates—visit: www.blounttn.gov/.../29477/20...

This Saturday please come by the office to sign Candidate Petitions so we can get our candidates on the ballot. And if you are still on the fence, but thinking about running for office, call our HOTLINE for answers to your questions and for help running. BCDP ELECTION HOTLINE: 865-268-9426

Blount County needs Democrats on all the school boards in the county. The time to start running is now. Contact us if you are interested or planning to run for county or city school board and we will help you get organized. www.blountdems.org/runforoffice

And the gut punches keep coming, but all the more reason not to back down. How will we win? By working together. By running for office, by supporting candidates, by standing up and speaking out for democracy and truth. #democrats26

Our plan does not include allowing intimidation, criminal activity or ignoring congress by those in power. Our plan is to put people on the ballot who are qualified, ethical and not out to cheat their constituents, but to serve them while in office. Sounds refreshing. Vote for that. #Democrats2026

Our plan does not include allowing intimidation, criminal activity or ignoring congress by those in power. Our plan is to put people on the ballot who are qualified, ethical and not out to cheat their constituents, but to serve them while in office. Sounds refreshing. Vote for that. #Democrats2026

*The edit: we changed countdown is "coming" to is "over." Are you in for 2026? What are you encouraged by? Jack Smith, completely unintimidated by Trump & Congress? Buddhist monks walking for peace? Trump losing big in the courts? People embracing the label Radical Left Scum? #politicschicks

How revealing that Trump has found it relatively easy to intimidate the wealthy and powerful, but Jack Smith has chosen not to be intimidated. Let's all be like Jack Smith, because being intimidated is clearly a choice. bit.ly/49AjhSD #jacksmith

Let's make 2026 the year everyone votes and Tennessee shifts blue. All it takes is you, all of you who care, to show up, stand up, and vote. #Democrats2026

2025 was a difficult year, but it has also been amazing in its progress, from a population asleep at the wheel to one awake and ready to drive, to volunteer, to donate, to run for office, and to kick butt in the midterms in November. Come watch us in 2026. Better, yet, come join us. #NOV3ISCOMING

May your Kwanzaa be filled with unity, love, and joy. #KWANZAA

Seems like the Trump never admin takes a day off from their villainy, so we will try to keep you informed of issues as we find them. This is a big one. Let the secretary have it, your - opinion - because preserving the land and the water is top priority for a healthy nation. #protectourlands

The top two issues on everyone's mind as we head into 2026. created by Trump's disastrous mishandling of the economy, defunding key social programs, and failing to extend the tax credits for the ACA. The GOP have only themselves to blame for the harm they will cause. #VoteBlue #Democrats2026

When your party keeps voting against your best interests, ask yourself who are they working for. Then vote for the party that is working for you, not the billionaires, big oil, or big pharma. Next election, vote for the Democrats. #turnTNblue #VoteBlue #DemocracyMatters

Blount County TN, Get your running shoes on and go for that position on the school board, the city council, the mayor...run for something. If you have a fire in your belly and ideas on how to make government work for the people, RUN FOR OFFICE. #RUNFORIT #RUNFOROFFICE #getyournameontheballot

We stand with the majority of Americans who are tired of the constant loss of life to gun violence in places where people should feel safe. VP Vance called for more guns in more hands today. He ... they are in the way. Next time you vote, vote for the Dems. We work for you, not the arms industry.

Join us as we lend a helping hand packing food for the Empty Pantry Fund. The Empty Pantry Fund has been providing food to less-fortunate Blount County residents at Christmas since 1952. Two time slots available morning & evening. RSVP on our website: blountdems.org #foodpantry #volunteering

For the record, both TN senators voted against extending the ACA tax credits that expire January 1. It's on their heads what happens to the over 600,000 Tennesseans who are enrolled with the ACA and won't be able to afford the new premiums. Stop voting for the party that doesn't care. #VoteBlue

Come out and join us!!! @michaelabarnett.bsky.social , who is running to replace @reptimburchett in Congress will be walking with us. Planning to participate by walking with the float? Register at www.blountdems.org #parade #timburchett #MichaelaBarnett #Blountdems #Congress #VoteBlue

The vote to extend the ACA tax credits for 3 years is on the line this week. Contact your members of Congress today! Two easy ways are to text "resist" to 50409 (Resistbot) or download the 5CALLS app to your phone. Remind them that you are watching and will remember how they vote. #ACA.