OPINION PIECES

Jun 21 2026OPINION

Your local paper wants your opinions—here’s how to join the discussion

Newspapers aren’t just about reporting the news anymore. Many have opened up opinion sections where readers can share their views. Some letters will challenge your thinking. Others might confirm what you already believe. A few could even make you pause and reconsider. The goal isn’t to please everyo

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Hot Topics: What Got Knoxville Talking in 2025

In 2025, Knoxville's opinion section saw new voices join the conversation. One of these newcomers wrote the year's most popular piece. The section also kicked off a project called "(Re)United States, " aiming to bring together different views on how to mend the political divide. The goal was to move

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Apr 25 2025POLITICS

Leaks and Lockdowns: The Pentagon's Chat Scandal

There's a lot of talk about a chat scandal at the Pentagon. It all started with a group chat on Signal, an app for private messages. This chat included some big names in the Trump administration, like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and a journalist. They were discussing sensitive military plans, whi

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Apr 08 2025POLITICS

Courtroom Wins and Political Moves: A Quick Look at the Week's Biggest News

The Supreme Court made a big decision this week. It ruled in favor of former President Trump on a key issue. This ruling is part of a larger story about how the court's decisions shape the country's policies. The Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Homeland Security made a deal. This agr

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