Unofficial Davidson County results for the U.S. House of Representatives, District 7 Special General Election can be found at: www.nashville.gov/departments/...

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Republicans won Tuesday’s special election in Tennessee. But instead of celebrating, many are dreading what it means about the midterms. “Tonight is a sign that 2026 is going to be a bitch of an election cycle,” said one House Republican, granted anonymity to speak candidly. --- @politico.com

There have been reports of volunteers in TN being harassed, and those incidents have been forwarded to local authorities. Everyone deserves to participate in our democracy without fear or intimidation. If you ever find yourself in a situation that feels unsafe, don’t hesitate to reach out for help.

Polls are open until 7pm. If you are in line by 7pm, stay in line. You will be able to vote.

Both parties have poured millions of dollars into the final stretch of Tuesday's special election in Tennessee's Seventh District, where Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn is trying to flip a district that Donald Trump won by 22 points in 2024. --- @cnn.com @mkraju.bsky.social

It’s Election Day for voters in U.S. House District 7! Go to your assigned poll place bit.ly/2Suyyfs between the hours of 7am – 7pm and #VOTE for your next representative.

It’s Election Day in TN 7th District. Already, 84,356 people have cast their ballots early. If you haven’t voted yet, please make a plan to do so today!

With one day to go until the special election, Aftyn Behn said the difference between her and Matt Van Epps is clear. While he drew support from wealthy and political powerhouses in Williamson County, she was talking to people in Clarksville’s library parking lot. --- @jhollymc.bsky.social

Hope you had a great Thanksgiving weekend with family and friends! Tomorrow (Dec 2) is Election Day for voters living in U.S. House District 7. You must vote at your assigned location found here bit.ly/2Suyyfs and polls will be open from 7am – 7pm. #VOTE

A survey last week showed Matt Van Epps beating Aftyn Behn by only 2%, an uncomfortable margin in a district carefully drawn to favor Republicans, and that Trump won by 22% last year. Today, a day before the election, heavy hitters on both sides, and the @nytimes.com, are paying attention.

Nearly 4,200 elections are happening in December. Yes, still! Voting doesn’t end in November. Check if any elections are happening near you at WeAll.Vote/hub.

With the race between Aftyn Behn and Matt Van Epps tightening, 84,356 people early voted in the special election for TN's 7th Congressional District. The race is now close to a tossup and drawing national attention. Polls will be open from 7 am until 7 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 2. -- @nashvillescene.com

Real estate broker Munir Meghjani isn't a fan of "Slacktavism," where people complain about politics, but do nothing to help. So he began hosting candidate forums where he "could really see my imprint on things I was trying to affect." #CitizensRevival @munirmeghjani.bsky.social

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A new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey of the special election for US Congress in Tennessee’s 7th district finds 48% of voters support Republican Matt Van Epps and 46% support Democrat Aftyn Behn. President Trump carried the district by 22% in the presidential election.

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Today is the LAST DAY for TN U.S. House District 7 voters to early vote! Don't stay on the sidelines. Seize a civic investment in the congressional race that everybody's talking about. Vote!

A new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey for Tennessee’s 7th District special election found that Republican nominee Matt Van Epps leads Democratic nominee Aftyn Behn by only two points in the heavily gerrymandered district. Election Day is Tuesday, Dec. 2nd. --- @thetennesean.bsky.social

Over the years, the Nashville Rescue Mission and Salvation Army have teamed up to serve thousands of Thanksgiving meals to the homeless. They've been at it for decades. This year is no different. Here’s a look at what the Rescue Mission and Salvation Army have in store. @thetennesean.bsky.social

Today is the LAST DAY for TN U.S. House District 7 voters to early vote! Don't stay on the sidelines. Seize a civic investment in the congressional race that everybody's talking about. Vote!

State Rep. Aftyn Behn, a Democrat, outraised her Republican foe Matt Van Epps almost two to one in recent weeks as the two head toward a Dec. 2 special election for Tennessee’s open 7th Congressional District seat. --- Eli Motycka, @nashvillescene.com

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A federal judge has thrown out the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that prosecutor Lindsey Halligan was illegally appointed to the role when she single-handedly secured the indictments. --- @politico.com

U.S. House District 7 voters: Only 3 days remain to #EarlyVote !!

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From Congress to city hall, voters in ALL 50 states have critical elections in 2026. Get ready to vote now at WhenWeAllVote.org, and follow us for important election updates all year.

U.S. House District 7 voters: Before you head out of town for Thanksgiving, stop by one of our Early Voting locations and cast your vote for a new representative. Today all 6 locations are open until 5:30pm. Tomorrow is our last Saturday and doors will close at 4:30pm.

A special election for a heavily Republican House seat in Tennessee that was on no one’s political radar a few months ago has surfaced as the new front in the fight for control of Congress. The Dec. 2 election between Aftyn Behn and Matt Van Epps has super PACs on both sides blitzing the airwaves.

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In this great new report by The American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the working group describes how to strengthen American constitutional democracy. Spoiler: they recommend #ProportionalRepresentation Read more here: https://www.amacad.org/news/publication-expanding-representation-congress

What an honor it was to premiere our Citizens Revival film last night at the @belcourttheatre.bsky.social! Considering that the screening took place during the Belcourt's centennial year celebration made it even more noteworthy. #Belcourt100

We’re halfway through the Early Voting schedule for the U.S. House District 7 Special General Election. We know you’re busy, but voting only takes a few minutes. Bring your photo ID and our fantastic Poll Officials will get you on your way fast. #VOTE

November 18, 2025 Cumulative In-Person Early Voting Total: 7,436

Two election vendors will begin integrating VoteSecure in 2026 — with steps underway in Anchorage, AK for their local races next year. We're eager to work others to bring secure, end-to-end verifiable voting to voters. Let us know if you want to partner! www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...

November 17, 2025 Cumulative Early Voting Total: 6,062

Tennessee has the third highest rate of book removals from public schools in the nation, according to a recent study. And that rate could increase after libraries in 91 of the state's 95 counties received letters from the Secretary of State requiring a full audit of the libraries' juvenile books.

U.S. House District 7 voters: Haven’t been able to get by an Early Voting location to #VOTE for your new representative? All 6 sites are open until 5:30pm on Mondays, so look at the schedule, pick a convenient location, and cast your ballot today!

Democracy works better if everyone can vote. Everyone can vote if we make voting more accessible. VoteSecure helps bring the ballot to ALL voters, using advancements in cryptography to ensure it's trustworthy & verifiable. More details from @stevenlevy.bsky.social: www.wired.com/story/bradle...

U.S. House District 7 voters: Before you start your Saturday activities, prioritize going by an Early Voting site to cast a vote for your new representative in D.C. Today all 6 sites are open until 4:30pm and you can go wherever it’s convenient. Don’t wait. Go today. #VOTE

Do you know what U.S. House district you live in? ✳️Check your voter registration card OR ✳️Check the Polling Place Finder maps.nashville.gov/PollingPlace... OR ✳️Call us at (615) 862-8800 ➡️➡️If you live in District 7, Early Voting is open for you until 5:30pm today.

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