Wife, mother of 2 beautiful daughters, runner, outdoor fanatic, Believer, saver of strays, *former* executive director @leadershiptn
Brentwood, TN
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Cathy Cate retweeted
As a Christian, I want to share a lament with you.
What we Christians get outraged about and what we don’t says a lot about our Christian reputation in the world.
This last week was a prime example.🧵
Cathy Cate retweeted
On the newest @YMBRPodcast episode, Gov. @PhilBredesen and I spoke with Frank J. Fahrenkopf, Jr., Co-Chair of the Commission on Presidential Debates, about the history and impact of presidential debates over the last four decades and how they're evolving: baker.utk.edu/podcast-season…
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I can’t wait to cheer on @Vol_Football this Saturday! See you on Rocky Top 🧡 #GBO
Cathy Cate retweeted
Tonight’s election outcomes in Franklin, TN, where voters rejected a radical mayoral candidate & similarly minded alderman candidates, is the latest example that municipal elections serve as the front line of defense for our very fragile political system & electoral processes. 1/
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The nomination deadline for our LT NEXT Class VIII is on September 15th. Go to: leadershiptennessee.org/next… and nominate, nominate, nominate!
Cathy Cate retweeted
Season 3 of @YMBRPodcast is now available at @UTBakerSchool! On the first episode, @PhilBredesen & I spoke with @GaSecofState Brad Raffensperger & MI Sec. of State @JocelynBenson about their efforts to safeguard elections & combat misinformation: bakercenter.utk.edu/podcast-…
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I always remember that time a 2018 event I co-moderated with @tamburintweets featuring @BillHaslam was interrupted by protesters toward the end. The former governor told me then: "Democracy is messy." I haven't forgotten that. But the TN special legislative session this week is seeming like a form of sanitized democracy, at least in the state House, which is drowning out the voices of people who are wanting to be heard and affirmed by their representatives. What's being practiced is not ordinary or normal civility, but "sadistic" civility.
tennessean.com/story/opinion… via @Tennessean \
Cathy Cate retweeted
#ICYMI: @YMBRPodcast released an interesting episode this week about the state of democracy in the U.S. & opportunities to increase civic access & engagement. Listen to S2E5 with Gov. @BillHaslam, Gov. @PhilBredesen, & Dr. Danielle Allen (@dsallentess): baker.utk.edu/podcast-season…
Cathy Cate retweeted
Fantastic episode of @YMBRPodcast, recorded live at @MountVernon, where @PhilBredesen and I weigh the pros and cons of congressional term limits with @lmchervinsky, @leedrutman, @GeraldFSeib. Listen at @UTBakerCenter: bakercenter.utk.edu/podcast-… #YouMightBeRight
Cathy Cate retweeted
Happy 227th Birthday, #Tennessee! This #TNStatehoodDay, we are grateful for the past and current generations of #Tennesseans who have contributed to our state's storied history, vibrant culture, and promising future. Visit @tnstatemuseum to learn more about #TN227
Cathy Cate retweeted
Another great episode from @YMBRPodcast is available today. Take a listen and make sure you are subscribed to the podcast to stay up-to-date on each new episode.
Episode 2 of the #YouMightBeRight Podcast's Season 2, w/ @jenniferdoleac & Ja'Ron Smith (@mrgodblessamerica), is now available at @UTBakerCeter! Listen to the full episode at youmightberight.org, @applepodcasts, @spotify, & @stitcherpodcasts.
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On the first episode of @YMBRPodcast's Season 2, @PhilBredesen and I speak with Jon Meacham and @BobWoodson about why teaching American History has become so controversial and where to find common ground: bakercenter.utk.edu/podcast/… #YouMightBeRight
Cathy Cate retweeted
Season 2 of the #YouMightBeRight podcast is almost here! On the first episode, Gov. @PhillBredesen, Gov. @BillHaslam, & special guests will be taking on the now much-debated topic of teaching American history.
It’s Been Six Weeks, and We Are Fighting Here in Nashville nytimes.com/2023/05/08/opini…
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#Congratulations to @markcate, #SRG's President, for being included again in @NashvillePost's #InCharge2023 Government & Politics! This list recognizes leaders who are making a significant impact across our region. Read the full article: nashvillepost.com/magazine/l…
Thank you @GovBillLee
Cathy Cate retweeted
Our statement following the conclusion of today's session. Thank you for ALL you're doing. This is just the beginning. ❤️
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Today is #TNFlagDay, celebrating the date that the #TennesseeGeneralAssembly adopted the flag in 1905! You may not know that the three white stars represent the three grand divisions of the state - West, Middle, & East - bound together by a circle of blue to signify their unity.
Cathy Cate retweeted
Senator @bfrist @PreacherClay & I beg on behalf of those weeping in our pews, hospitals & the steps of our corridors of power–for an end to America’s epidemic of firearms-driven death. We offer 4 common sense solutions!
tennessean.com/story/opinion… via @tennessean