Tag: Glen Casada

While still Republican, the state’s new leaders are considerably more conservative than previous iterations. Meanwhile, the State Senate may find itself in the potentially uncomfortable role of moderator. Blackburn poised to become a leader Not only is Blackburn the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Tennessee, she's also the most conservative statewide office holder the state has elected in modern times. He was elected in a stunning victory as a conservative outsider and businessman in the image of President Trump, but with more tact and grace. On all accounts, Lee doesn’t just talk the talk, he also walks it. Tea Party set up Casada for victory While you rarely hear a candidate touting an endorsement from Tea Party groups nowadays, even in Republican primaries, the table was set long ago with supporters of Casada. McNally will make Senate a moderating force Senate Speaker Randy McNally is, above all else, cool, calm and collected. At times, conservatives have found it difficult to pass some of the more red-meat-type legislation through the State’s upper chamber. For this reason, the Lee Administration could end up relying heavily on McNally to help moderate policy if deemed necessary. The Republican Party is a big tent, and everyone plays an important role.