Southern Progressives

Moving to the left, one post at a time.

Bill Freeman
April 08, 2026

National News:

Did Trump Just Threaten to Use Nuclear Weapons in Iran?

If such an order comes to pass, the military can and must refuse.

The Atlantic • Tom Nichols

April 7, 2026

At 5:06 this morning, President Donald J.

Heather Cox Richardson

The Law of War

Tuesday morning, in a social media post, the President of the United States signaled his intent to violate the rules of war, which prohibit targeting civilians.

Joyce Vance

State News:

Foreign adversary lobbyist bill sidelined for session • Tennessee Lookout

A bill by Gov. Bill Lee’s administration requiring lobbyists to register when representing foreign adversaries has been derailed for the year.

Tennessee Lookout • Sam Stockard

Tennessee Senate passes controversial immigration policy bill - Nashville Banner

Tennessee Senate passes an immigration policy bill that raises constitutional concerns and creates the potential for costly litigation.

Nashville Banner • Sarah Grace Taylor

Local News:

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The McMinn County Historical Society & Archives will hold its next meeting on Sunday, April 12, at 2 p.m. in the Blue Room of the courthouse in Athens. Guest speaker, Linda Espinoza Edmonds, will present a program titled “Athens TN – A Destination for Genealogy Research: Using Resources of Family Search and Full Text Search.” The presentation will highlight tools and resources available for those interested in tracing family history. The event is open to the public. For more information, visit mcminntnhistorical.org or call 423-744-3911.