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August 23, 2024

National News

Kamala-Jitsu: Democrats Turn Trump Into the Incumbent

If the convention accomplished one thing, it’s this: The people in power have now framed themselves as the opposition party.

open.substack.com/pub/thebulwark/p/kamala-jitsu-democratic-convention-harris-walz-final-night?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

Kamala Harris Is More Than Ready

The vice president's acceptance speech last night was compelling, authoritative and tough, giving fresh evidence that she can be an effective president

open.substack.com/pub/america/p/kamala-harris-will-not-be-taken-lightly?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

State News:

Tennessee to distribute additional $813M to broadband providers in effort to expand rural access • Tennessee Lookout

Tennessee is set to receive $813 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce to expand high-speed broadband internet into rural communities.

tennesseelookout.com/briefs/tennessee-to-distribute-additional-813m-to-broadband-providers-in-effort-to-expand-rural-access

Stockard on the Stump: Tennessee Rep. Ragan calls crossover voters 'immoral' • Tennessee Lookout

Tennessee Rep. John Ragan, an Oak Ridge Republican, is challenging this 258-vote loss, claiming Democrats voted in the GOP primary.

tennesseelookout.com/2024/08/23/stockard-on-the-stump-tennessee-rep-ragan-calls-crossover-voters-immoral

Local News & Arts:

Political Cartoon:

Seniors:

"Can Everyone Talk Louder?"

On leading a writing workshop for seniors...as a senior myself.

open.substack.com/pub/oldster/p/can-everyone-talk-louder?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

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