We have a new Lt. Governor, and for the first time in 36 years, it’s not John Wilder.<\/p>\n
It’s Kingsport’s Ron Ramsey, in an 18-15 vote that just took place about 30 minutes ago. Sen. Rosalind Kurita, D-Clarksville, parted with her fellow Dems to cast a vote for Ramsey. As did Mike Williams (vote for Ramsey, that is), R-Maynardville, in spite of the ugly treatment he’s received at the hands of his own party lately.<\/p>\n
My first hope is that Ramsey, who represents two municipal school systems (Kingsport and Johnson City), will be an effective barrier to any school funding formula changes that would adversely impact city school systems.<\/p>\n
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I do have considerable admiration and respect for Sen. Wilder, but it was time for change. His comments last year that indicted senators were “set up” were just over the top, making me wonder if he’s known about the corruption for much longer, but just ignored it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
We have a new Lt. Governor, and for the first time in 36 years, it’s not John Wilder. It’s Kingsport’s Ron Ramsey, in an 18-15 vote that just took place about 30 minutes ago. Sen. Rosalind Kurita, D-Clarksville, parted with … Continue reading