This week the Hamilton County Commission was faced with what I believe may be one of the most important votes they have cast during their tenure. Granted, the vote was over a "mere" Resolution that resulted in no overt action or new law in our county. But there are times when simply speaking Truth and taking a stand on a foundational Principle is paramount and as such required.
The Resolution which was voted on this week addressed Amendment 1 to the Tennessee Constitution - an Amendment which Read more [...] Leaders Lead on Amendment 1
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This week the Hamilton County Commission was faced with what I believe may be one of the most important votes they have cast during their tenure. Granted, the vote was over a "mere" Resolution that resulted in no overt action or new law in our county. But there are times when simply speaking Truth and taking a stand on a foundational Principle is paramount and as such required.
The Resolution which was voted on this week addressed Amendment 1 to the Tennessee Constitution - an Amendment which Read more [...] 
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