ThinkTennessee
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Driving evidence-based policy solutions that strengthen the voice of voters, support working families and move Tennessee forward.
https://www.thinktennessee.org/
https://www.thinktennessee.org/
It’s #GivingTuesday, and all donations to ThinkTN today get matched up to $5k! Help us fuel civic and economic policy research and advocacy in Tennessee. buff.ly/Avos9Rp
December 2, 2025 at 3:45 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday, and all donations to ThinkTN today get matched up to $5k! Help us fuel civic and economic policy research and advocacy in Tennessee. buff.ly/Avos9Rp
📣 Calling all residents of TN's 7th Congressional District -- have you made a plan to vote? Early voting for the Special Election starts TODAY November 12 until November 26, with Election Day on December 2.
Find information on polling locations, dates, and times at govotetn.gov.
Find information on polling locations, dates, and times at govotetn.gov.
November 12, 2025 at 6:38 PM
📣 Calling all residents of TN's 7th Congressional District -- have you made a plan to vote? Early voting for the Special Election starts TODAY November 12 until November 26, with Election Day on December 2.
Find information on polling locations, dates, and times at govotetn.gov.
Find information on polling locations, dates, and times at govotetn.gov.
One year from today, Tennesseans will head to the polls for the 2026 midterm elections. Our latest blog post highlights what we can expect to see and the potential challenges that could affect voter turnout: buff.ly/nZYTNev
November 3, 2025 at 10:53 PM
One year from today, Tennesseans will head to the polls for the 2026 midterm elections. Our latest blog post highlights what we can expect to see and the potential challenges that could affect voter turnout: buff.ly/nZYTNev
In Nov. 2024, 66% of Nashville voters approved the city’s transportation improvement plan. But funding is only the first step to success – our latest report dives into lessons from Austin, Indianapolis & Phoenix to guide Nashville's next steps toward a world-class transit system.💡 buff.ly/L4C8pCB
October 16, 2025 at 5:44 PM
In Nov. 2024, 66% of Nashville voters approved the city’s transportation improvement plan. But funding is only the first step to success – our latest report dives into lessons from Austin, Indianapolis & Phoenix to guide Nashville's next steps toward a world-class transit system.💡 buff.ly/L4C8pCB
Applications are open for our Spring 2026 internship program! If you're an undergrad, grad student, or law student interested in public policy, nonprofit management, or communications, consider our spring opportunities. Apply at buff.ly/2t8sUDD. Application deadline 11/7.
October 14, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Applications are open for our Spring 2026 internship program! If you're an undergrad, grad student, or law student interested in public policy, nonprofit management, or communications, consider our spring opportunities. Apply at buff.ly/2t8sUDD. Application deadline 11/7.
Last Tuesday, nearly 400 Tennesseans joined us from across the state for our first-ever Policy Forum: Driving Tennessee’s Prosperity! From housing & child care to transportation & workforce development, the message was clear: our future depends on collaboration, innovation, and action.
October 7, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Last Tuesday, nearly 400 Tennesseans joined us from across the state for our first-ever Policy Forum: Driving Tennessee’s Prosperity! From housing & child care to transportation & workforce development, the message was clear: our future depends on collaboration, innovation, and action.
Franklin voters – save the date(s) for your municipal election! Make sure you’re registered to vote by September 29. Visit buff.ly/rxp2P1v for voter registration forms, polling locations, and sample ballots.
September 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Franklin voters – save the date(s) for your municipal election! Make sure you’re registered to vote by September 29. Visit buff.ly/rxp2P1v for voter registration forms, polling locations, and sample ballots.
We're thrilled to introduce the experts joining us for the housing panel at the ThinkTN Policy Forum on Sept. 30! Stay tuned for more speaker announcements soon! Early Bird ticket prices END TONIGHT (Sept. 5), so register now to secure your ticket: buff.ly/Vb9xV5s
September 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We're thrilled to introduce the experts joining us for the housing panel at the ThinkTN Policy Forum on Sept. 30! Stay tuned for more speaker announcements soon! Early Bird ticket prices END TONIGHT (Sept. 5), so register now to secure your ticket: buff.ly/Vb9xV5s
ThinkTN is seeking a Director of Strategy & Development to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in fundraising, operations, & organizational leadership. Application deadline is Sept. 25. Learn more: buff.ly/9D4fDIu.
September 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
ThinkTN is seeking a Director of Strategy & Development to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in fundraising, operations, & organizational leadership. Application deadline is Sept. 25. Learn more: buff.ly/9D4fDIu.
New speakers added! Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, business leaders Janelle Reilly & Ralph Schulz, and Mayors Gary Davis & Craig Fitzhugh join our Policy Forum speaker lineup. Check out the rest of our agenda and purchase your early bird tickets: buff.ly/khez26Z
August 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New speakers added! Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, business leaders Janelle Reilly & Ralph Schulz, and Mayors Gary Davis & Craig Fitzhugh join our Policy Forum speaker lineup. Check out the rest of our agenda and purchase your early bird tickets: buff.ly/khez26Z
We're excited to introduce our new Research Director, Chris Candelaria! With extensive experience from Vanderbilt University and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Chris will lead research projects for both our Working Families and Strengthening Democracy initiatives. Welcome, Chris!
August 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We're excited to introduce our new Research Director, Chris Candelaria! With extensive experience from Vanderbilt University and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Chris will lead research projects for both our Working Families and Strengthening Democracy initiatives. Welcome, Chris!
One year from today, Tennesseans will vote in primary elections to choose party candidates for governor, all 9 U.S. House, 1 U.S. Senator, all 99 state House, and 16 state Senate seats. Our latest blog analyzes what we can expect based on historical trends. buff.ly/4WcCrLM
August 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
One year from today, Tennesseans will vote in primary elections to choose party candidates for governor, all 9 U.S. House, 1 U.S. Senator, all 99 state House, and 16 state Senate seats. Our latest blog analyzes what we can expect based on historical trends. buff.ly/4WcCrLM
Lexington, TN residents – save these dates for your upcoming municipal election! The deadline to register to vote is August 12. Visit hendersoncoec.com for more information.
August 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Lexington, TN residents – save these dates for your upcoming municipal election! The deadline to register to vote is August 12. Visit hendersoncoec.com for more information.
To take a short break from a busy summer, the ThinkTN team recently toured the Tennessee State Museum! We had a great time exploring the museum’s extensive collection showcasing our state’s rich history. Thank you to the Tennessee State Museum for hosting us!
August 1, 2025 at 5:03 PM
To take a short break from a busy summer, the ThinkTN team recently toured the Tennessee State Museum! We had a great time exploring the museum’s extensive collection showcasing our state’s rich history. Thank you to the Tennessee State Museum for hosting us!
Speaker announcement! Business leaders Bill Dunavant III & Matt Kisber, former Governors Bredesen & Haslam, and Mayor Ken Moore join our Policy Forum panels on economy, bipartisan leadership & regional growth. More announcements coming! Early bird tickets available buff.ly/eJPduQ4
July 31, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Speaker announcement! Business leaders Bill Dunavant III & Matt Kisber, former Governors Bredesen & Haslam, and Mayor Ken Moore join our Policy Forum panels on economy, bipartisan leadership & regional growth. More announcements coming! Early bird tickets available buff.ly/eJPduQ4
Last week, ThinkTN traveled to West Tennessee to meet with community leaders & regional partners in Memphis & Jackson. Grateful to UW Mid-South & MidSouth Development District for hosting and our local board members for productive conversations about regional priorities!
July 25, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Last week, ThinkTN traveled to West Tennessee to meet with community leaders & regional partners in Memphis & Jackson. Grateful to UW Mid-South & MidSouth Development District for hosting and our local board members for productive conversations about regional priorities!
Knoxville residents – save these dates! The deadline for voter registration for the primary election is Monday, July 28th. Visit buff.ly/tAkygrM for polling locations, sample ballots, and voter ID info.
#KnoxVotes
#KnoxVotes
July 21, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Knoxville residents – save these dates! The deadline for voter registration for the primary election is Monday, July 28th. Visit buff.ly/tAkygrM for polling locations, sample ballots, and voter ID info.
#KnoxVotes
#KnoxVotes
The ThinkTN office will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day. We hope everyone has a great (and safe) weekend!
July 4, 2025 at 2:31 PM
The ThinkTN office will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day. We hope everyone has a great (and safe) weekend!
It's July 1st - several laws from this year's legislative session take effect today! Flip through the slides for highlights & read our full #TNLeg summary on our website for more insights into 2025's bills.
#TNLeg #votingrightsrestoration #childcare #transportation #paidfamilyleave
#TNLeg #votingrightsrestoration #childcare #transportation #paidfamilyleave
July 1, 2025 at 9:45 PM
It's July 1st - several laws from this year's legislative session take effect today! Flip through the slides for highlights & read our full #TNLeg summary on our website for more insights into 2025's bills.
#TNLeg #votingrightsrestoration #childcare #transportation #paidfamilyleave
#TNLeg #votingrightsrestoration #childcare #transportation #paidfamilyleave
July is #NationalParksandRecreationMonth! ThinkTN’s research shows that Tennesseans suffer from some of the highest rates of chronic diseases in the country. Making time for outdoor physical activities can be extremely beneficial in combating these illnesses.
July 1, 2025 at 4:31 PM
July is #NationalParksandRecreationMonth! ThinkTN’s research shows that Tennesseans suffer from some of the highest rates of chronic diseases in the country. Making time for outdoor physical activities can be extremely beneficial in combating these illnesses.
Registration is now open for ThinkTN's 2025 Policy Forum "Driving Tennessee's Prosperity" on Sept. 30 in Nashville.
Early bird pricing available for a limited time! buff.ly/tbKoGx9
#ThinkTNPolicyForum
Early bird pricing available for a limited time! buff.ly/tbKoGx9
#ThinkTNPolicyForum
July 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Registration is now open for ThinkTN's 2025 Policy Forum "Driving Tennessee's Prosperity" on Sept. 30 in Nashville.
Early bird pricing available for a limited time! buff.ly/tbKoGx9
#ThinkTNPolicyForum
Early bird pricing available for a limited time! buff.ly/tbKoGx9
#ThinkTNPolicyForum
In observance of Juneteenth, the ThinkTN office will be closed today. Since 1865, this day has marked a historic step towards freedom and equality.
June 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
In observance of Juneteenth, the ThinkTN office will be closed today. Since 1865, this day has marked a historic step towards freedom and equality.
Are you an undergrad, grad student, or law student interested in public policy, nonprofit management, or communications? We are now accepting applications for our Fall '25 internship positions! More info at buff.ly/ZyMhCAe. Applications due by July 18.
June 18, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Are you an undergrad, grad student, or law student interested in public policy, nonprofit management, or communications? We are now accepting applications for our Fall '25 internship positions! More info at buff.ly/ZyMhCAe. Applications due by July 18.
Our Election 2024 After Action is here! The report analyzes TN’s '24 elections in 3 parts: voter turnout, choice & experience. You’ll also find historical election trends & challenges that continue to prevent would-be voters from casting a ballot. buff.ly/0OVT2oh
June 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Our Election 2024 After Action is here! The report analyzes TN’s '24 elections in 3 parts: voter turnout, choice & experience. You’ll also find historical election trends & challenges that continue to prevent would-be voters from casting a ballot. buff.ly/0OVT2oh
ThinkTN President Erin Hafkenschiel took to the stage at #CNU33 in Providence, RI to present “Transit & Mobility: Lessons Learned from Nashville”. This presentation was part of an informative session on successful referenda across the US. Thank you to @cnunewurbanism.bsky.social for hosting!
June 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
ThinkTN President Erin Hafkenschiel took to the stage at #CNU33 in Providence, RI to present “Transit & Mobility: Lessons Learned from Nashville”. This presentation was part of an informative session on successful referenda across the US. Thank you to @cnunewurbanism.bsky.social for hosting!