Mark White accidentally swallowed his dog whistle with his latest piece in the Daily Memphian. Claiming there is a “disease of undisciplined youth” in Memphis highlights a fundamental issue within our legislature. Tennessee Republicans have overlooked the core responsibility of their positions.
Read MoreBefore an earthquake, massive amounts of pressure build up over the span of years. When the pressure becomes too great it overcomes the natural friction of the tectonic plates holding things in place. What happens next varies - sometimes it just jostles the furniture; other times, it will make the Mississippi run backwards and permanently alter the landscape.
Read MoreIf there were a good idea for the Coliseum out there, why hasn't it come forward by now? It’s a fair question. The mayor said, "We tried hard to find a use for the Coliseum." I don't believe it. Good ideas have come forward, but they’ve been ignored and discouraged from ever going anywhere.
Read MoreFuture901 participated in two recent events. On February 10th we held a successful fundraiser at the home of Don Donati. It was a combination of thanking our recurring donors and a fundraising event to start building our coffers for next year. Attendees enjoyed hearing from Robert Donati who spoke about Future901’s successes in Shelby County over the last year and how we plan to spread our model for electing progressives to targeted areas in West Tennessee.
Read MoreLast year, Memphis voters correctly chose not to extend term limits for mayor and city council. Like council super-districts, there is no runoff for mayor. On the one hand, this is good because runoffs typically have extremely low turnouts and are a waste of taxpayer dollars. On the other hand, no runoff is bad because a candidate can win an election by a plurality with a very small percentage of the vote. D.A. Steve Mulroy and I, along with many others, attempted to change this through instant runoff voting, which Memphis voters approved twice.
Read MoreAfter running a thorough and transparent process, the DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee (RBC) approved a primary calendar that “strengthens our party and reflects our values,” according to DNC Chair Jamie Harrison. During the RBC meeting in December, members considered and approved a proposed early window package providing for the first 2024 Primary to be…
Read MoreMemphis’s newest monument is a testament to the years suffragists fought to win the right to vote, as well as their ongoing impact. The story of uncovering Tennessee’s suffragists’ history, documenting their struggles, and educating people about their legacies has also taken decades to accomplish. StoryBoard’s Caroline Carrico interviewed Paula Casey, chair of the Memphis Suffrage Monument committee, about Tennessee’s role in the fight for the Nineteenth Amendment, the process of uncovering and memorializing this history throughout the state, and the new Equality Trailblazers monument…
Read MoreMICAH (Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope) is “a coalition of community and faith-based organizations joining together to give a more powerful voice for issues of justice in our city.” Future901 is excited to share this update and victory regarding Memphis Transit, which MICAH has been heavily involved in helping make happen.
Read MoreMost victims of gun violence survive their assaults. Unfortunately, many of these individuals are left with life-altering injuries and grossly inadequate support to help them move forward. First, according to the Memphis Crime Commission, there is a disturbing increase in the rate of violent crime in Shelby County/Memphis. The murder rate has rightfully gotten a lot of attention. Unfortunately, this only tells part of the story. Left out is the ongoing damage for those that survive.
Read MoreEarly voting is currently underway, from July 15 – 30, with Election Day falling on August 4. If you’re still unsure who to vote for, we have several candidates we are proud to endorse! We hope you will join us in supporting these candidates with your vote.
Visit the Shelby County Election Commission to learn more about the election, including a full list of candidates and early voting locations.
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