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Restoring Election Integrity: Authenticating the Ballot
The central premise of election integrity is to authenticate the voter, the ballot, and the count....
Knox County Government 101: The Powerful (and Often Overlooked) Elected Offices You Need to Know
In previous posts in our Knox County Government 101 series, we’ve discussed the elected offices of...
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When the Other Team Picks Your Players
I saw something very disturbing this morning and I want to share it with you. It left me both angry and concerned. Here’s what I saw on Facebook this morning from our friends over at Backroom Knox.I looked through a number of the comments and was surprised by how many...
Restoring Election Integrity: Authenticating the Ballot
The central premise of election integrity is to authenticate the voter, the ballot, and the count. All of this relies on the integrity of the systems we employ in the voting process. In the previous article, we discussed how to authenticate the voter. This article...
Knox County Government 101: The Powerful (and Often Overlooked) Elected Offices You Need to Know
In previous posts in our Knox County Government 101 series, we’ve discussed the elected offices of county mayor, county commissioners, and county sheriff. You might be surprised to find there are a number of other officials that are elected by the citizens of Knox...
What Exactly Does the Knox County Sheriff Actually Do? (And Yes, Authority Extends into Knoxville Too)
Hey Knox County neighbors—ever wondered who’s really in charge when things go sideways on county roads or even inside Knoxville city limits? You see Knox County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) cruisers, hear about the jail, or spot election signs every four years. But what...
Why the Tennessee Republican Party Needs Real Accountability to Its Guiding Principles
There has been a lot of debate for years about what it means to be a Republican. Some say it’s all about being willing to call yourself one. Others say it consists of voting in three of the last four state Republican primary elections. However, there are some,...
What Does a KCCR Endorsement Mean?
Earning an endorsement from KCCR is not for the faint at heart. It requires hard work, strong understanding of the issues that matter to the Knoxville community, and a firm commitment to conservative values. These endorsements aren’t given on a whim, out of...
What Does the Knox County Mayor Actually Do? A Guide to the Role and Responsibilities
Every four years Knox County voters elect a mayor. But how many people know exactly what that mayor does? Here’s the million-dollar question, if you don’t know the responsibilities of the office, how can you ensure you’re voting for the right person for the job. Knox...
Restoring Election Integrity: Authenticating Voters
Why Election Integrity MattersIn 2024, election integrity was named a major concern of Americans—and for good reason. In a republic, it is the very foundation on which our government stands. When our elections are secure, our voices are heard, our leaders are truly...
Knox County Commission: More Powerful Than You Think
This is the first installment in a series of posts diving into how Knox County government actually operates. Our goal with this series is straightforward: to help inform and educate readers about the real workings of county government—so you can make more informed...