Robertson County Democratic Party Neighbors Helping Neighbors

This week we welcome special guest Lore Bergman who is a candidate for US House District 6 and a certified write-in candidate for US House District 7 for TN. This interview covers everything from why she is running in two districts to how she believes her life experiences can bring a new perspective to Washington!     Find everything you need to know about Lore, her policies, and how you can suppo...

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss the history behind the separation of church and state, why it is so important to keep that separation, and how the current blurring of that line is creating a rise in Christian Nationalism.  Link to Pew Research article: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2026/05/14/how-americans-feel-about-religions-influence-in-government-and-public-life/   Link to PRRI stu...

We're doing a slightly different format this week and bringing you a few shorter stories rather than one big topic of discussion. Hear about the upcoming ban on THC-a, some updates on data centers in the local area, and the rising costs for farmers. Listen to the end to hear about the country's only search and recovery otter!    Sign the petition against building a data center next to the Nashvill...

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss the difficulties of staying politically informed in the modern era when misinformation seems to saturate both the internet and the mainstream media. Let us know if there are any topics you'd like to hear us talk about in future episodes! 

This week we welcome special guest Joshua Sales who is running to represent US House District 7. This interview covers everything from what motivated Joshua to run for office, to how his policies differ from his opponent, Matt Van Epps, and even how we can turn Spirit Airlines into a nationalized transportation system!     Find everything you need to know about Joshua, his policies, and how you ca...

We're back! And man, has a lot happened in the few weeks we've been out... Kailee and Morgan return to Neighbors Helping Neighbors to discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the Voting Rights Act and how Tennessee, among many other states, are taking immediate advantage of this ruling to create new congressional district maps that disenfranchise Black voters.    Updates on Immigration Pa...

This week Kailee and Morgan provide an introduction to some local non-profits that provide support and assistance across the state of TN. Links below for all organizations discussed if you are interested in getting involved or donating to a good cause - remember, any amount helps!!  ACLU of TN: https://www.aclu-tn.org/ PENCIL: https://pencil.org/   DonorsChoose: https://www.donorschoose.org/   Ind...

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss where the future of public education is headed in the state of TN and policies that are clearly motivated by a desire to privatize the education sector.  Link for State Education Report Card: https://tdepublicschools.ondemand.sas.com/state/assessment   Link to WalletHub report: https://wallethub.com/edu/e/states-with-the-best-schools/5335     Updated hearing da...

Join us this week as Morgan and Kailee discuss why it is so important to participate in local protests, not only to make your voice heard but also to stay connected with your community. We hope to see you at one of the upcoming events!    Updated hearing dates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default SB 1464/HB 2506: Passed; awaiting final signatures...

This week we had the opportunity to interview Noah Wade who is the Democratic candidate for County Commission District 5! Hear Noah's plans for Greenbrier and Robertson County and learn what inspired him to run for office at a young age.  Follow Noah on his campaign socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wade4robco/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Wade-for-County-Commission-Distr...

The lies being spread about U.S. immigration policy & enforcement, and immigrants themselves, have created a fear-based culture in America that is now driving unconstitutional policy change at a national and local level. This week's episode is intended to expose some of the most common immigration misconceptions and shed light on the reality of immigration in the United States.   Updated heari...

This week, Morgan and Kailee share their thoughts on the current state of the Democratic party in rural America, both at a national level and within Robertson County itself. Listen in as they discuss how they believe we have gotten where we are and what a strong path forward looks like for the party.  Access data used for election results analysis in this episode: https://docs.google.com/spreadshe...

New hosts, Morgan and Kailee, discuss a new set of immigration bills proposed in the TN State Legislature. These bills would create an Office of Homeland Security within the state of Tennessee and allow for the formation of what would essentially be a "secret police" force across the state.    List of bills discussed this episode are below - more info can be found at https://capitol.tn.gov/   HB 6...

Join Mark and Andrew as they discuss how close this TN special election is, and why every vote will truly matter! In a rare opportunity, Tennessee Democrats can have their voices heard! You must now vote in person on December 2nd, that is the last opportunity to cast a vote in the special election! To find your polling place and hours please visit https://web.go-vote-tn.elections.tn.gov/

Mack and RCDP talk immigration policies under the Trump administration and give some context how we got here. 

RCDP and Sherry speak about food insecurity affecting Tennesseans and Robertson County during the government shutdown.

Craig, a Vietnam combat veteran describes his experience, and why we must act now as democrats to preserve our Democracy. 

Mike Lewis speaks with Tony Lance, Chairman of the RCDP about how far we've come over the last couple of years and our exciting prospects ahead! 

Hear our RCDP members speak about the upcoming No Kings protest in Springfield, TN, why they are attending and why they hope others will attend as well. https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/849677/

Meet Aftyn Behn! Currently a Representative in the Tennessee General Assembly, hear why she is running for Congress and what she hopes to achieve there! 

Neighbors Helping Neighbors speaks with Darden Copeland! Hear Darden speak about why he believes he is the guy to take on a republican candidate in the special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional district, and hear his takes on healthcare, immigration, energy development, and the impacts of tariffs on Tennessee's rural economy. See Darden live at the town hall at Innovation Academy in Sprin...

Neighbors Helping Neighbors speaks with Bo Mitchell, Democratic Candidate for Congress! Meet Bo Mitchell, a primary candidate currently running in the democratic primary for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District. Hear Bo speak about the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill," rural healthcare, his past experience beating republican candidates, and why he is running for Congress! Don't forget to meet Bo i...

In this episode of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a podcast by the Robertson County Democratic Party, we have on Representative Vincent Dixie! He is currently running in the special election primary, for the 7th Congressional District in Tennessee left vacant by Mark Green. Representative Dixie discusses his local roots, why this election is so important, why he is running for the office, and his ho...

Rural Democrats in Robertson County, Tennessee! In our first ever episode we speak about who we are as the Robertson County Democratic Party, what we have been doing in the community, and important upcoming events for the special election! Join us as we discuss with our guest and fellow local Democrat, Reverend Mark Calvert-Rosenberger, how to navigate political discussions in a charged climate.