Blaise Gainey is a journalist based in Nashville, Tennessee, writing for Nashville Public Radio. With experience in public radio and contributions to various outlets including NPR, WKMS, and Wkyu 88.9 FM Public Radio, Blaise covers local news and politics, providing in-depth analysis and reporting on Tennessee's legislative developments, political controversies, and public interest issues.
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Blaise Gainey's coverage primarily revolves around local government and politics in Tennessee, specifically focusing on legislative developments, legal issues involving lawmakers, and budgetary matters. Given this focus, he is likely to be most responsive to pitches that offer expert commentary or insights into Tennessee's political landscape, upcoming legislation, or legal policy regulation within the state.
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By: Blaise Gainey
Tennessee’s Attorney General hasn’t responded to a question of whether former President Donald Trump should be removed from the ballot. But the Secretary of State’s communication director has issued a statement, saying that Trump is eligible to run for president.
By: Blaise Gainey, Edmond Dantes
Eleven Sumner County residents have been arrested for illegally registering to vote and voting.
A majority of Tennesseans, including gun owners, believe firearms should be stored in a lockbox or safe. More: On guns and abortion, polling shows Tennessean
By: Blaise Gainey, Rachel Iacovone
Rep. David Hawk (R-Greenville) wants to add a permanent September session to the General Assembly's calendar.
By: Blaise Gainey, Edmond Dantes
More than 14,000 people are being asked to verify their citizenship in Tennessee. This comes after the state sent letters out letting people know the penalties for illegal voting and providing them with a sheet to remove themselves from the voter rolls.
By: Blaise Gainey, Stephen Jerkins
Advocacy groups advise ignoring Tennessee Secretary of State's residency verification letters.
Nashville Democratic Rep. Vincent Dixie stands with other Democratic candidates and officials during a presser regarding incorrect ballots given to voters in Davidson County in 2022.
By: Blaise Gainey, Curtis Murphy
FacebookThreadsX The old saying “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” fits no Tennessee elected official better than Nashville Rep. Harold Love Jr. Through both his education and political career, Love Jr. stands out in his commitment to continuing his father’s legacy.
By: Blaise Gainey
The House of Representatives’ Committee on Public Education holds a hearing at the Texas Capitol.
By: Marianna Bacallao, Blaise Gainey
FacebookThreadsX Republican leaders in the Tennessee House and Senate warned Memphis officials on Monday that if the city puts gun reform on the ballot this November, the state will withhold the city’s sales tax revenue.
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