Join Kelly Jackson as she interviews Gary Humble of Tennessee Stands. Gary tackles Tennessee politics, from a legislative survey exposing gaps in GOP accountability to Governor Lee’s school voucher push. They discuss the “Education Freedom Act of 2025” and Trump’s plan to dismantle the Dept. of Ed.
Gary Humble, Executive Director of Tennessee Stands, joins Kelly Jackson for a critical examination of Tennessee's political landscape. Humble provides sharp analysis on the results of Tennessee Stands' legislative survey, questioning whether the Republican supermajority is honoring conservative priorities or bowing to special interests. We scrutinizes Governor Bill Lee’s push for a school voucher special session, highlighting concerns over political influence and the governor's waning leverage.
Also tackled in this episode, the “Education Freedom Act of 2025,” exposing hidden flaws, including increased government spending and unenforceable provisions on illegal immigration. Could the bill be more about political optics than genuine education reform? The episode then addresses President Trump’s plan to dismantle the Department of Education, with Humble questioning if Tennessee is prepared to manage the potential power shift effectively.
In the aftermath of the Senate Majority Leader vote, Humble critiques reports that Senator Marsha Blackburn is taking cues from strategist Ward Baker, sparking grassroots demands for transparency, emphasizing the high stakes of this leadership battle and calls for active civic engagement.
Gary's uncompromising commitment to conservative values and accountability sets the tone for this thought-provoking conversation!
Listen in and be ENGAGED!!
