Tennesseans are scrappy. We're resourceful. We're going to keep relentlessly doing the work to chip away at our state's supermajority, because we believe we are worth fighting for. Last week, I was lucky enough to sit down with one of the nominees we supported last cycle.

We're looking forward to this insightful discussion. If you're still mulling over Tuesday's election results, I hope you'll join us!

I know that last night’s result stings. We all put in a lot of hope and a lot of work, and Aftyn and her team ran a hell of a campaign. Even though the election night result wasn’t what we worked for, this wasn’t a loss. Really. Here’s what I’m looking at this morning:

Y’all, tomorrow @aftynbehn.bsky.social makes history. But don't let up: today and tomorrow you can keep volunteering! This election could be decided by a few thousand votes. Give it our all, then keep this momentum up across the rest of the state! VOLUNTEER HERE: www.mobilize.us/aftynforcong...

TN-07 isn't supposed to be a competitive district. It isn't supposed to be a race that everyone is watching. But IT IS. This is what is possible when you run everywhere and you don't take any district for granted.

Amidst all the chaos, last week's victories already feel like old news - but we shouldn't forget them so quickly! According to CBS polling, 15% of Trump voters turning out in the NYC mayoral race flipped to Mamdani. 1/5

We're so excited to have @jerrigreen4tn.bsky.social join us tomorrow for our monthly call! We'll be talking about takeaways from last week's election results and why we have to run Democrats EVERYWHERE. Thursday, Nov 13th at 6:30 CT/7:30 ET Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Saturday, November 1, more than 121,000 families in Middle Tennessee are set to lose their SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown. Donate or Volunteer... www.newschannel5.com/news/nashvil...

We send reps to Nashville to SERVE Tennesseans, not steal from them. Earlier this week, former state Rep. Robin Smith (R) was sentenced to 8 months in federal prison for "a scheme to steal from Tennessee and its citizens through the General Assembly’s taxpayer-funded constituent mail program."

With the Republican shutdown, the 1 out of 10 Tennesseans that rely on SNAP are going to be really struggling come November. We have a $2 BILLION surplus that could be used to feed hungry Tennesseans that Gov. Lee won't use. Absolutely shameful. www.tennessean.com/story/news/p...

Your MAGA uncle: this weekend is a terrorist anti-America event with paid protestors. You: Here's dozens of sources that show that's not the case. Also, I'm protesting, and not getting paid, and I'm out there because I love our country. MAGA uncle: well, I saw it on Facebook, so it must be true.

No matter where you live in Tennessee, there's a No Kings Protest near you this Saturday 🚫👑 📍Ashland City, TN from 1 - 2 📍Bristol, TN from 1 - 2 📍Chattanooga, TN from 9 - 11 📍Clarksville, TN from 10 - 2 📍Cleveland, TN from 1 - 3 📍Columbia, TN from 10 - 12 📍Cookeville, TN from 11 - 2 1/4

Every day the news gets crazier—but with AI, rampant misinformation, and newsroom spin, it can be hard to discern what's real. We're so thrilled to welcome Susan Bordson to our monthly Blue Tennessee meeting this Thursday to help us decipher it all! Register: us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../N....

In Tennessee, more than 500,000 low- and moderate-income Tennesseans rely on ACA tax credits for their health coverage. Republicans want to let these credits expire and make insurance more expensive. Democrats don't. THAT'S why the shutdown is happening. tennesseelookout.com/briefs/repor...

Tennessee GOP lawmakers vote to end equal opportunity employment rules in state government   tennesseelookout.com/2025/09/18/t... Those who know origin of these laws know better. @everystatebluetn.bsky.social

With Trump deploying the National Guard and Gov. Lee welcoming it with open arms, members of the Memphis City Council introduced a resolution to interrupt the deployment - but it failed. What do YOU think about Trump targeting Memphis and this resolution? www.memphisflyer.com/resolution-t...

The suppression of free speech we’re seeing around the country is terrifying. In Tennessee, we’re no stranger to these tactics — the GOP has been tamping down on free speech for years in our state. A thread 🧵

It's #VoterRegistrationDay! Have you checked your status lately? You should - local news orgs have reported that 80k+ voters were purged from the rolls since 2024, and that's just in Davidson County. Read more 👉 www.wsmv.com/2025/09/15/m... And check your status here: tnmap.tn.gov/voterlookup/

A big Blue Tennessee welcome to our new monthly supporters 🥳💙 Mary from Bristol Marcia from Knoxville Max from Knoxville Sherri from Knoxville Ashley from Powell and Deborah from New York! Let's goooo!

Blue Tennessee is fighting to take back the future of our state. What does that mean? We're glad you asked!👇 Blue TN crowdfunds for underfunded Dems running for state legislature. We intentionally fund those who have the fewest resources running in the reddest districts. We boost underdogs.

Let’s get some of that energy over here yall! BlueTennessee.org

The Tennessee GOP says it supports workers, but their actions say otherwise. Gov. Lee urged VW workers not to unionize. Sen. Blackburn introduced a bill that would prohibit federal employees from joining unions. The TN legislature banned automatic payroll dues deductions for teachers.

If you’re a blue dot in Tennessee, did we just become best friends?

🚨This is huge - Democrat Catelin Drey flipped an open Iowa Senate seat (in a district that Trump carried by double digits last year), breaking the GOP supermajority in the state!🚨 Change is possible. And with your help, change is coming to Tennessee. www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/p...

Blue dots in Tennessee - join us for our monthly meeting! ➡️Meet our new Executive Director, Michaela Barnett ➡️Chat about the special election to replace Mark Green ➡️And share community with other folks fighting for the future of our state Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

From one corner of the state to the other (and everywhere in between), Tennessee said #NoKings. We're making a Blue Tennessee, friends. LFG. #BlueTennessee

We hope you can join us! 💙

⚡️UPDATE: All 8 @TNGOP Republicans just voted to slash health care for the working poor to cut taxes for the rich, skyrocketing the debt (which they never cared about). @RepOgles @RepChuck @RepHarshbarger @RepTimBurchett @RepMarkGreen @RepDavidKustoff @RepJohnRose @DesJarlaisTN04

“In my country, we are fighting like hell for the democracy we once took for granted... Art is the crucible that brings people together. Art looks for truth. Art embraces diversity. That’s why art is a threat. That’s why we are a threat to autocrats & fascists.” Robert De Niro • Cannes 🎬 1/3🧵

Happening tomorrow night! Blue TN's Monthly Meetup starts at 7:30 EDT. State Rep Aftyn Behn will discuss the last legislative session and UTK Prof Meghan Conley will cover immigrant issues in TN. Join us for engaging conversations! Register here: everystateblue.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?...

We've got a great conversation on tap this week! Join us for our Monthly Meetup Thursday, 5/15, at 7:30EDT! Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... See you Thursday!

Looks like tonight @NashvilleSC ⚽️ fans were handing out fliers calling for @SenatorHagerty to be ousted as part owner of the Club — as some fans stayed home out of fear for the ICE raids he supports (along with other discriminatory legislation)…

If you are a Nashville SC ticket holder, consider following Whitney's lead...

@everystatebluetn.bsky.social TN stands to lose $17.5 BILLION in cuts to TennCare.

Organizing in red states isn’t just possible. It’s damn powerful.

Early Sunday morning ICE made about 150 traffic stops – detaining and shipping off an unknown number of people. “Arbitrarily rounding up parents on their way home and workers traveling to their jobs does not make Nashville safer or stronger,” TIRRC said in a statement.

House Republicans passed a budget resolution that requires an $880 billion reduction to Energy and Commerce Committee spending. That requires cutting the Medicaid program, and forcing millions of people off of their health insurance. See the impact in each congressional district:

Follow Michele's advice and join us for tomorrow evening's virtual meeting! ⬇️⬇️

Tennessee is joining the nationwide Hands Off! mobilization tomorrow. Rallies are planned from east to west across our beautiful state in communities large and small! Find a rally near you (website below) & post your pictures and stories here! We'd love to see TN showing up! handsoff2025.com/about

GOP-sponsored bills in TN would limit legal liability for chemical companies and weapons manufacturers for the harm they cause– but allow a church to be held liable for criminal activity committed by an undocumented person they unwittingly provided services to. Vote them all out. Every last one.

Someone tell Reps Rose, Green and Ogles

No constituent calls their rep to ask them to increase the interest rates payday lenders can charge desperate people to 36%. "Pay day lending companies' political action committees in Tennessee donate heavily to lawmakers."

There is no reason for this bill, other than cruelty. The good news is that the good people of TN aren't letting this bill advance without a fight. More attention, more public outcry, more protests. We're here for it. 💙🔥💪

"The policies that alarm people nationally? They were tested in Tennessee first." Red states are the testing grounds for extreme policies and finishing schools for the extremists that support them. It's yet another reason why we have to fight everywhere. #everystateblue

Hey friends! Tonight at 6:30 central is our Blue TN monthly meeting! We're highlighting inspiring leaders, including Freda Player from Emerge TN; healthcare activist Dr. Katrina Green; and Wendy Proctor, founder of True Blue Hamilton County. Hope you can join! Register👇

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Tennessee stands to lose $126 million.

USAID supports Tennessee Ag Producers – businesses, universities, nonprofits, and farmers. Pass it on. #USAIDRural

It’s important to know that a lot of productive activity is happening in person and offline, too. Not all of it can be broadcast online, but we’ve had hundreds of people showing up to our trainings, mobilizations, and more. Keep going. Tyranny is eroded by a sea of small acts. Everything matters.