In every election cycle, candidates present themselves to voters through a combination of personal history, professional accomplishments, and carefully crafted messaging. One such element that often resonates strongly with the public is military service. When a candidate highlights their status as a veteran—especially using official-looking symbols and language—it carries weight, signaling discipline, experience, and commitmentContinue reading “Service, Representation, and Accountability: Questions Voters Should Consider”
Author Archives: Larry Linton
Betrayal in the Tennessee House: Establishment Trans-publicans Launch Direct Assault on Tennesseans’ Rights with HB 1971
In a brazen act of treachery during the 114th General Assembly (2025-2026), Establishment Trans-publicans in the Tennessee House of Representatives have introduced and are aggressively pushing House Bill 1971 – a direct attack on the fundamental rights of every Tennessean to hold their government accountable. Sponsored by Andrew Farmer and carrying co-prime sponsors Sexton, Lamberth,Continue reading “Betrayal in the Tennessee House: Establishment Trans-publicans Launch Direct Assault on Tennesseans’ Rights with HB 1971”
Lament and Redirected Momentum
I want to talk for a minute about something we don’t usually talk about, either at home or in church—lament. Most of us weren’t taught what to do with pain except to push through it. Pray harder. Keep smiling. Don’t slow down. But there are moments in life—especially when you’re facing a serious disease—when everythingContinue reading “Lament and Redirected Momentum”
Tennessee Deserves a True Grassroots Conservative — Why Monty Fritts Is the Real Choice
As the 2026 Tennessee Republican primary for governor heats up, a stark contrast is emerging between two very different visions for our state’s future. On one side is U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, a national figure with deep Washington ties — and now facing serious allegations of campaign finance shenanigans. A Knoxville Republican activist recently filedContinue reading “Tennessee Deserves a True Grassroots Conservative — Why Monty Fritts Is the Real Choice”
Elect Chad Ogle
Sevier County deserves better than the status quo under Sheriff Michael Hodges Jr. — a leader entangled in controversy, from refusing to cooperate with ICE on removing illegal immigrants (claiming our economy would collapse without them) to ongoing concerns about transparency, jail conditions, and the “good old boys” network in local politics. Chad Ogle, aContinue reading “Elect Chad Ogle”
Primary Season Is Upon Us (And Needed)!
Fellow residents of TN House District 12 in Sevier County, look at this scorecard from the John Birch Society’s Freedom Index—Rep. Fred Atchley scores a dismal 67% on upholding the U.S. Constitution. He claims to be a conservative, but his voting record tells a different story. We deserve better than someone who silences and censorsContinue reading “Primary Season Is Upon Us (And Needed)!”
Sevier County Can’t Wait — Investigate Them, Remove Them, Replace Them
Public office is a sacred trust. It is not a personal fiefdom for insulated officials to hide behind press releases and social media filters. Leadership that actively avoids accountability is leadership that does not deserve a title — let alone enforcement and legislative power. In Sevier County and Nashville, two men have made a habitContinue reading “Sevier County Can’t Wait — Investigate Them, Remove Them, Replace Them”
Urgent Call to Action: Tennesseans, Tell Your Legislators to Vote NO on HB0809 and Protect Our Rights!
Fellow Tennesseans, especially those in Sevier County – the time to act is now. HB0809, a bill that’s been lurking in the shadows since last year, is set for a critical committee vote this Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in the House Judiciary Committee. This legislation isn’t about safeguarding our farmers or everyday citizens; it’s aContinue reading “Urgent Call to Action: Tennesseans, Tell Your Legislators to Vote NO on HB0809 and Protect Our Rights!”
Why TN State Rep. Fred Atchley and Sevier County Sheriff Michael Hodges Should Not Be Reelected in 2026
As a lifelong advocate for constitutional principles and transparent governance, I’ve spent years dissecting the failures of entrenched political figures through my podcast, *Liberty, Leadership and Lies*. In recent episodes, we’ve shone a light on the troubling actions of Tennessee State Representative Fred Atchley (District 12) and Sevier County Sheriff Michael Hodges, who also servesContinue reading “Why TN State Rep. Fred Atchley and Sevier County Sheriff Michael Hodges Should Not Be Reelected in 2026”
Episode 223: Season 6 Premier – Interview with TN State Rep Todd Warner
On this Season 6 premier we kick off the year with a true grassroots conservative, Tennessee State Representative Tod Warner. Find out more about him at his website – https://toddfortn.com. I’m also taking an unplanned break from producing episodes to focus on a serious medical condition that popped up over the Christmas holiday. IContinue reading “Episode 223: Season 6 Premier – Interview with TN State Rep Todd Warner”