Organize Tennessee

Organize Tennessee We're Organize Tennessee! A statewide nonpartisan nonprofit that protects voters before, during, and after Election Day.

Three federal challenges to Tennessee redistricting now assigned to same judge Chief U.S. District Judge William Campbel...
05/26/2026

Three federal challenges to Tennessee redistricting now assigned to same judge Chief U.S. District Judge William Campbell, Jr., a Trump appointee, has been assigned the three cases, which could ultimately go before a three-judge panel consisting of Campbell, another federal judge and an appeals court judge. The two other judges have yet to be named. A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that the cases had been consolidated.

A hearing to consider a temporary injunction in a fourth case, brought in Davidson County Chancery Court by the Tennessee chapter of the NAACP and its president, Gloria Sweet-Love, is set for May 21.

Redistricting Makes the House Map Redder, but Not By Enough to Protect Republicans

Analysts suggest that Democrats probably would need to win the House popular vote by 4 points to feel good about flipping the House. Democrats lead in House generic ballot polling now is more like 6 points, and Republicans face a number of big-picture headaches as Trump’s approval rating has dipped a bit under 40% and economic pessimism reigns.

While the political environment tends to favor the party out of power this year, redistricting allows the GOP a easier path to a majority in the long run while also diminishing black voices in Congress.

The fight for voting rights is still present. Yesterday our founder helped coordinate more than 200 partner organization...
05/18/2026

The fight for voting rights is still present. Yesterday our founder helped coordinate more than 200 partner organizations to participate in the National Voting Rights Day of Action event in Montgomery, Alabama.

This event saw buses travel from east and west to help shed light on what is happening in the south. New redistricting laws have severely limited the voting power of Black and Brown communities in Tennessee and elsewhere.

We stand united in the fight for a better Tennessee and a better south, all united in the belief that our voting power is bigger than any redistricting line that could ever be drawn.

Now more than ever, please consider supporting the work we do to help us continue growing our movement!

‼️ Happening Wednesday, May 13th ‼️As many of you know, the TN General Assembly passed new Congressional maps last week ...
05/12/2026

‼️ Happening Wednesday, May 13th ‼️

As many of you know, the TN General Assembly passed new Congressional maps last week that cuts Memphians out of a real chance to elect a representative from Shelby County.

There have been a number of lawsuits that have been filed to challenge the news maps. Organize TN has put together a public briefing with everything you need to know about the ruling and what lawsuits are in motion to challenge the new maps.

This briefing will:

🔴Educate you on what Louisiana v. Callais ruling means

🔴Update you on the current status of redistricting litigation

🔴Get you plugged in on the redistricting fight

Hope you’ll join us.

🔗Mobilize registration link in bio

🔗 or visit mobilize.us/organizetn

Organize Tennessee is seeking a dynamic and community-centered full-time Organizer to lead election protection programmi...
05/11/2026

Organize Tennessee is seeking a dynamic and community-centered full-time Organizer to lead election protection programming, voter turnout initiatives, and redistricting advocacy efforts in Shelby County.

The Organizer will recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers to serve as poll observers during election cycles while also building volunteer-led teams focused on increasing voter turnout and civic participation.

This role will support local advocacy efforts related to election administration and redistricting through coalition-building, public engagement, and legislative outreach.

If this sounds like you or someone else you know, please apply or share!

🔗Link in Bio or email [email protected] for more information.

🗣️Let’s go!!!

Knoxville, it’s time to show up for Black Thursday!On May 7, our neighbors in Memphis are facing a critical redistrictin...
05/06/2026

Knoxville, it’s time to show up for Black Thursday!

On May 7, our neighbors in Memphis are facing a critical redistricting vote that threatens to dilute their voices and unfairlly shift the balance of representation in our state. When one community’s vote is suppressed, we all lose.

Organize Tennessee is heading to Nashville to stand in solidarity with advocates, community leaders, and organizers to make it clear: Our maps must be fair.

Event Details Meeting Time: 5:15 AM (For a prompt 5:30 AM departure)

Departure Point: 2410 Martin Luther King Knoxville, TN 37915

Destination: The State Capitol, Nashville, TN (Beth Harwell Plaza)

Purpose: Standing against the Memphis redistricting vote and advocating for fair representation.

Mobilize 🔗 Link in Bio and below ⬇️
https://www.mobilize.us/organizetn/event/951227/

See you at the meet up in ALL Black!

“Tensions are running high at the State Capitol as lawmakers look to redraw Tennessee’s congressional map, splitting Mem...
05/06/2026

“Tensions are running high at the State Capitol as lawmakers look to redraw Tennessee’s congressional map, splitting Memphis.” - WKRN

Organize Tennessee’s Organizing Director, Adam Altendorf sat in the committed and witnessed the citizens shut it down prompting Chairman Richard Briggs (R-Knoxville) to call a 10 minute recess to clear the room.

Thank you volunteers for showing up and supporting the movement. Continue to follow Organize Tennessee to stay up to date!.

On Election Day, our dedicated poll observers are on the ground across Tennessee, helping support a smooth and accessibl...
05/05/2026

On Election Day, our dedicated poll observers are on the ground across Tennessee, helping support a smooth and accessible voting experience.

These trained volunteers play an important role in observing the process, documenting what they see, and helping ensure that voters can cast their ballots without unnecessary barriers.

We are committed to a fair process for every voter.

We’re grateful for the time and care our volunteers bring to this work and for every Tennessean who shows up to make their voice heard.

Organize TN will host a public briefing on May 13 to break down the Louisiana v. Callais case, analyze the legal ramific...
04/30/2026

Organize TN will host a public briefing on May 13 to break down the Louisiana v. Callais case, analyze the legal ramifications, and discuss what it means for Tennessee. If you want to be educated and informed about the future of fair maps, this webinar is for you.

🔗 Mobilize link below or in our bio

Join us for this Organize Tennessee event!
https://mobilize.us/s/bf9l1B

⭐️ Our Organizing Director Adam Altendorf hit the road 🚙 this weekend! He was a guest speaker with Indivisible Nashville...
04/14/2026

⭐️ Our Organizing Director Adam Altendorf hit the road 🚙 this weekend!

He was a guest speaker with Indivisible Nashville and the Sumner County Democrats where he reviewed TN election law and our Election Protection programming.

🚗 OT on the move! 🚗 📠 This week we conducted a voting machine demonstration with students from Vanderbilt University. As...
03/31/2026

🚗 OT on the move! 🚗

📠 This week we conducted a voting machine demonstration with students from Vanderbilt University. As you know working voting machines are core to the voting process and we want to ensure everyone knows how to properly use and monitor them.

🗳️ Finally, we wen to Shelby County to conduct a training with some of our civic engagement partners.

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