Today is a truly historic day in the city of Knoxville. Madeline Rogero, a long-time friend of the UTK College Democrats, was elected mayor. She is the first woman ever elected to the office of the Mayor in Knoxville and the first female Mayor elected to one of the major cities in the state of Tennessee (She was also endorsed by the UTK College Democrats back in the spring semester).
Knoxville can be proud of itself today. The future is bright in Knoxville.
The UTK College Democrats would like to thank Mark Padgett as well. He was a strong democrat and represented himself and this city with class and dignity. He too has been a great friend to the College Democrats and we hope this is not the last time we see his name on a ballot.
One last shout out to Finbarr Saunders; congratulations on your well deserved victory and we can't wait to see all the great things you will do on the City Council.
On behalf of all the College Democrats, we would like to thank every candidate who ran on a Democratic platform for representing the party with class and making us proud to be Democrats. Turning a conservative area blue is a challenge and it doesn't happen overnight, but you helped advance our purpose more than you will ever know. Thank you: Bill Owen and Gloria Johnson.
Until Next Time,
Vote Democrat
