Press and Media

Resolution Condemning Statements of Clarksville City Councilman Travis Holleman
Clarksville, Tennessee – In response to a video released by Clarksville City Councilman Travis Holleman of Ward 7-- in which he quoted from the Communist Manifesto, while denigrating the LGBTQ+ community-- the Montgomery County Democratic Party (MCTNDP) adopted a resolution standing against the divisive and unfounded ideas expressed by the Councilman.

Allie Phillips, Candidate for Tennessee HD-75, Testifies Before U.S. Senate on Abortion Rights
WASHINGTON, DC – Allie Phillips, a Clarksville-area working mother and candidate for the Tennessee House of Representatives’ 75th district, testified today in Washington, DC before the United States Senate Committee on the Budget. In a hearing titled “No Rights to…

Statement by MCDP chair, Charles Uffelman on the passing of former MCDP chair, Gene Lewis
Gene Lewis and the entire Lewis family are known for their service and leadership throughout our community. As a young freshman in high school wanting to help elect Barack Obama I turned to the Lewis brothers to get involved. With…

Montgomery County Democrats Announces County Convention
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb 12, 2024 Clarksville, TN—The Montgomery County Democratic Party will host its Democratic County Presidential Convention on Saturday, March 16 in the APSU Maynard Math and Computer Science Building, Room 244 at 321 8th Street to select…

TNDP Chair Hendrell Remus and 2020 U.S. Senate Nominee Amy McGrath Headline Virtual “Pajama” Fundraiser
Clarksville, Tennessee – The Montgomery County Democratic Party will host “Jammin’ with The Dems,” an online pajama-jam/fundraising event, February 8 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Supporters can donate $25 and join other Democrats via Zoom for fun and games, as well as…

MCTNDP Supports Ronnie Glynn’s Fight for Public Education Funding in Tennessee
Clarksville, Tennessee – The Montgomery County Democratic Party praises and supports Clarksville State Representative Ronnie Glynn’s refusal to sign the House Republicans’ committee report in which Republicans proposed the rejection of more than $1 billion in federal education funds. If…

Food and Clothing Drive
Our office is open for extended hours this weekend to receive non-perishables, as well as hats, gloves, and warm clothing donations. Drop off your donations today between 1-5pm, as well as on Saturday from 10:30am-3pm at our MCDP office. Address:…

Montgomery County Dems Condemn Mark Green’s Election Integrity Challenge and Alleged Loyalty to ‘Orange Jesus’ as Constitutional Breach
Clarksville, Tennessee – As reported by CNN and other reputable media outlets (on November 30, 2023), Tennessee Congressman and Clarksville resident, Mark Green proclaimed Donald Trump as “Orange Jesus.” He termed the embattled former president “Orange Jesus” as he joined…

Rep. Glynn Says Federal Education Dollars Need to Remain in Place
SAYS MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEFENSE DOLLARS SHOULD NOT BE JEOPARDIZED FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (11/8/23) NASHVILLE—Clarksville Democratic State Representative Ronnie Glynn says the state should reject a proposal to replace federal education grants with state dollars, saying it’s a bad idea to…

Lawmakers Informed That Refusing Federal Education Funds Is a Bad Idea
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (11/8/23) NASHVILLE—A legislative working group tasked with researching the ramifications of refusing federal education funds heard more of the same today – the first-of-its kind proposal makes no fiscal sense. The working group created and appointed by…

Clarksville Q Announces Town Hall Series and Grant for LGBT+ Support and Programming
For Immediate ReleaseContact: Charles Uffelman931.220.5236csuffelman@gmail.comMonday October 2nd (CLARKSVILLE, TN) – The newly formed Clarksville Q Board invites members of the LGBTQIA+ community to a town hall on Friday October 13th to discuss needs for support and programming in Clarksville. During…

Allie Phillips announces candidacy for TN State Representative District 75
CLARKSVILLE, TN | October 2nd, 2023 – Allie Phillips has announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination to state representative, District 75. Phillips, a Tennessee native, received her bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Journalism from Middle Tennessee State University. She was…

Don’t miss out on a Night of Music and Dancing at the Blue South BBQ Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sep 25, 2023 Clarksville, TN —The Montgomery County Democratic Party will host the Blue South Barbecue on Friday, October 6th kicking off at 6:00 at the Holiday Inn Northeast located at 215 Cracker Barrel Dr. All ticket donations…

Coalition of Democrats and Independent County Commissioners Defeat Pro-Gun Resolution
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Montgomery County, Tennessee – In a 9-9 tie vote a coalition of 9 Democratic and Independent County Commissioners voted down the controversial Resolution 23-8-14, which opposes any common sense gun legislation that will come before the state…

County Commissioner Chris Rasnic Passes Resolution to Freeze Property Taxes for Seniors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Montgomery County, Tennessee – Democratic County Commissioner Christopher Rasnic passed a freeze on Property taxes for seniors. Currently, the tax freeze only aids a mere 1,146 households, which is less than 1% of our population. This figure…
