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Democrats Condemn Commission Decision to Select District 13 Commissioner Instead of Voters

Democrats Condemn Commission Decision to Select District 13 Commissioner Instead of Voters

DemocracyElectionsStatementsAugust 31, 2026

The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) strongly condemns the Washington County Commission’s decision to break the tied District 13 election by voting to return incumbent Commissioner Kenny Huffine to office. Rather than allowing District 13 voters to choose their representative in a runoff, the Commission made that choice for them. The August 6 County General ... Read more

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Democratic Women Denounce Hateful Post From Local Republican Party Attacking Women

Democratic Women Denounce Hateful Post From Local Republican Party Attacking Women

PoliticsStatementsWomenAugust 18, 2026

The Women of the Washington County Democratic Party are deeply disappointed by the image shared by the Washington County Republican Party (WCRP) depicting conservative women holding babies alongside the statement that “liberal women abort their babies.” This is not thoughtful political discourse. It is cruel, divisive, and demeaning to women in our community. Women’s lives, ... Read more

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Blue Wave Hits Washington County: Democrats Flip Three Commission Seats, Win School Board Race

Blue Wave Hits Washington County: Democrats Flip Three Commission Seats, Win School Board Race

Election AlertsElectionsPoliticsStatementsAugust 7, 2026

Washington County Democrats celebrate historic gains, call for District 13 runoff after unprecedented 507–507 tie Washington County voters sent a clear message Thursday: Change is coming. Democrats flipped three seats on the Washington County Commission, with Sarah Laposky winning District 9, Lori Sukel winning District 10, and Daniel Cutshall winning District 12. Mary Grace Wooten ... Read more

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Memorial Day 2026

Memorial Day 2026

StatementsMay 25, 2026

Today, we honor the American service members who gave their lives in service to our nation. Memorial Day calls us to remember sacrifice. It invites us to reflect on the courage of those who stepped forward when their country asked and who paid the ultimate price. And it enjoins us to recognize the families who ... Read more

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Democrats Denounce Disgraceful Districting

Democrats Denounce Disgraceful Districting

PoliticsStatementsMay 7, 2026

TENNESSEE DEMOCRATIC PARTY STATEMENT ON EGREGIOUSLY, RACIALLY DRAWN CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT MAPS Tennessee Republicans Leave Dark Stain on the History of Tennessee NASHVILLE – Just now, the Republican-led Tennessee General Assembly passed new Congressional maps set to be in effect for the 2026 August primary election. This map dilutes the voice of black Memphians and harms ... Read more

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Washington County Democrats Build Momentum in Historic Primary Turnout Surge

Election AlertsElectionsStatementsMay 6, 2026

Strong Democratic growth and organizing gains signal a changing political landscape in Washington County The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) is energized by the results of the 2026 County Primary Election and deeply grateful to every voter, volunteer, and candidate who helped make this moment possible. While Republicans saw a sharp decline in turnout compared ... Read more

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Washington County Democratic Party Condemns Bill Lee’s Special Session Racist Power Grab to Redraw Tennessee’s Congressional Maps

StatementsMay 4, 2026

Local Democrats vow to fight for fair representation across our State The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) condemns Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s call for a special legislative session beginning Tuesday, May 5, to redraw Tennessee’s congressional districts. This effort comes on the heels of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting key ... Read more

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County Commission Approves BWXT Rezoning Despite Strong Community Opposition

PressStatementsMarch 24, 2026

Local Democrats call for accountability and urge support for leaders who put residents first The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) is deeply disappointed by the County Commission’s 10-5 vote to approve the BWXT rezoning request. This decision advances a project that carries serious, unresolved concerns for public health, environmental safety, and long-term land use. Residents ... Read more

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From Protest to Progress: 2026 Is Our Year

PoliticsStatementsJanuary 6, 2026

Dear Washington County Democrats, As we step into 2026, I want to be clear-eyed and grounded. This is not a quiet moment in our politics. At the federal and state levels, we are seeing instability, hard-right overreach, and decisions that erode trust in government and weaken everyday people’s lives and our democracy. Locally, these same ... Read more

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WCDP Passes Resolution in Opposition to the BWXT Rezoning

EnvironmentHealth CareResolutionsStatementsJanuary 5, 2026

Tonight, the Executive Committee of the Washington County Democratic Party adopted the following resolution in opposition to the BWXT rezoning request in Jonesborough and in support of protecting our waterways, public health, and responsible land use. Download the resolution as a PDF. A Resolution of the Washington County Democratic Party Calling for the Protection of ... Read more

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