The crowds drawn to Nashville weren't just showing up for a politician; they were showing up for a symbol, and for a movement. For too long, Tennessee has consistently been ignored, skipped over, and cast off as just one of those red states. The truth is far from it, and Kamala Harris sees and knows the power of the Volunteer State.

Every once in a while, politics gives us an unexpected opening to change the narrative. That's exactly what's happening in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, where a special election has created a rare opportunity for Democrats to win a seat months before the 2026 cycle even begins.

In honor of President Jimmy Carter's birthday and his incredible legacy of service, Knoxville Democrats launched our first annual Jimmy Carter Month of Service this October.

From Fountain City to Farragut, South Knoxville to Karns, every district showed up. Knoxville Democrats dedicated hours of service to Adopt-A-Road cleanups and volunteering with local organizations like iJams, Planned Parenthood, Beardsley Farm, Knox Pride, Fish Pantries & more.

When federal funding disappears, local support becomes critical. These organizations need us year-round, not just for a month.

This is just the beginning. The real work starts now.

The federal government is about to shut down at midnight tonight. Republicans control Congress but need Democratic votes to keep it open. Talks have broken down over healthcare. Democrats won't support a spending bill that ignores the health insurance crisis facing millions of Americans.

If there’s one lesson to learn from the Truman Day dinner - which many have already described as the best, largest, and most energetic in many years - it’s that Knox County Democrats are confident in the future. Not just optimistic. Confident.