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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

That’s the best thing he ever could have done for us.

Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

One aspect I really enjoy about the Office of Nightlife is discussing how Nashville has evolved over the years. A few months ago, I spoke to a group from the OKC Chamber, and last week (pictured) I spoke to a group from the Denver Chamber.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Dolly Parton logged a combined total of 115 years of union membership. Throughout her working life, the “9 to 5” singer/songwriter carried the union cards of two major unions: The American Federation of Musicians Local 257 in Nashville — for 58 years. SAG-AFTRA — for 57 years. HAPPY LABOR DAY!

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Opinion | Celebrate Dolly Parton's working-class solidarity

John Nichols: She carried two union cards, sang Woody Guthrie songs and mocked the bosses in "9 to 5."

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I don’t see it as hypocrisy. Talarico comes from a line of pastors and Paxton’s out there hitting churches. I don’t like the mixing of religion either, but taking the high road would most certainly lead to defeat.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Some shots from around town this weekend. I was downtown, the Gulch, Midtown, Hillsboro Village, East Nashville.

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Miranda Yaver @mirandayaver.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

SNAP has an outstanding ROI: every dollar we invest in SNAP generates $1.54 in economic activity. With SNAP cuts, people can’t continue to support these local grocers, so local businesses suffer. Everyone loses.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Everyone get out and vote! We made it to the polls this morning!

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

USMNT spent so much of the 1st half in the defensive zone. Belgium definitely controlled the momentum.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

I keep thinking that’s Tony Danza… no disrespect intended

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Mayor Freddie O’Connell @mayor.nashville.gov · 10/06/2026

Mayor O'Connell is standing up for Nashville and will keep fighting for local control of the assets Nashville built.

Graphic from the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. A blue-toned photo background with large yellow text. Metro Nashville seal appears in the upper left corner. Text reads:

“MAYOR O'CONNELL'S ADMINISTRATION IS SUING TO PROTECT NASHVILLE'S CONTROL OVER BNA”

Three red arrows appear in the lower right corner.

Graphic with a dark blue background and white and yellow text. A vertical yellow line appears along the left side.

Text reads:

“The success of our airport under local control is unquestioned, and in their quest for absolute control, we believe state lawmakers have again violated federal law.

We’re asking the court for an injunction blocking the implementation of the state board to avoid chaos at this critical asset Nashvillians rely on.”

– Mayor Freddie O’Connell

Words highlighted in yellow are: “unquestioned,” “violated federal law,” “blocking,” and “implementation.”

Graphic titled “Airport Authority Timeline” in large white text over a blue-toned photo of the interior of Nashville International Airport. A vertical timeline with yellow circles runs down the left side.

Text reads:

SPRING 2023
• State passes legislation to take over the Metro Nashville Airport Authority
• Metro sues to stop takeover

OCTOBER 2023
• Metro wins summary judgement

2024
• Metro's win upheld by a unanimous opinion by a three judge panel of the Tennessee Court of Appeals

FEBRUARY 2026
• TN Supreme Court hears the case
• House Speaker introduces legislation that takes control of several local airports

MAY 2026
• Governor signs new legislation
• Metro Nashville Airport Authority passes a resolution opposing the second attempted takeover

June 2026
• O’Connell administration files lawsuit over second attempted state takeover

Alt text: Graphic with a blue tinted photo of an airplane on a runway. Large yellow text reads: “MAYOR O’CONNELL IS STANDING UP FOR NASHVILLE” Smaller white text below reads: “AND WILL KEEP FIGHTING FOR LOCAL CONTROL OF THE ASSETS NASHVILLE BUILT.” A runway sign with the number “3” and the letter “S” is visible in the foreground.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

CMA Fest week!!! Great time on day 1!

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James Talarico @jamestalarico.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

There’s been a lot of talk in this race about what makes a "real man." A man does what’s right when no one is watching. He upholds his commitments to his family and neighbors. He doesn’t lie, cheat, & steal his way through life. Real men serve others. Weak men serve themselves.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Scott Pelley gave an impassioned speech a year ago that’s worth watching today. Kudos to him and other 60 Minutes correspondents and staff for defending the media and our democracy.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Great time in Austin learning about their Sobering Center!

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

That was never my thing. I did moot court and I was glad to be done. I have a lot of respect for litigators.

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

“I’ve never protested before - but I just watched 4th & 5th grade kids run away from our own government.” 😕🇺🇸💔 (From @crindivisible.bsky.social )

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

They should totally be ashamed, agreed. Just glad to see grand juries refusing to indict.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

How does one “not care”? I’m glad she came around, but…

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Freddie O’Connell @freddieoconnell.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

OEM has worked with American Red Cross to open Bellevue Community Center as a warming location. Call 615-401-1712 for transportation assistance to any warming location. www.nashville.gov/departments/...

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New Warming Location Opens at Bellevue Community Center

The American Red Cross has opened a Warming Location at the Bellevue Community Center, located at 7638 A Highway 70 South, Nashville, TN 37721, to support...

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

This is a fascinating thread. Thanks for asking the question.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Making progress- one day at a time! Thank you, Mayor!

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

I’m sorry to hear about your wife passing and your hardship with it as well.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I get mine every year and that’s why my flu wasn’t as bad.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Same, brother. Our whole family has it. Took my daughter to the doctor for an ear infection. He did a flu test and it came back positive for Type A. Hope you feel better.

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Mayor Freddie O’Connell @mayor.nashville.gov · 28/01/2026

Mayor O’Connell update: Power has been restored to more than half of affected Nashvillians, and NES crews are working around the clock. If you’re without power, warming centers and shelters are open with hot meals and support. Transportation help: 615-401-1712. Please stay safe and take care.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

It’s pretty incredible and makes me teary-eyed as well!

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. understood better than almost anyone that racial justice and economic justice are inextricably intertwined. Watch his powerful call to end poverty from his final Sunday Sermon.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

My aunt takes our kids there every year for their Christmas gifts.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

I don’t believe Smith showed all of his cards. There’s no upside to the GOP allowing him to testify publicly.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Why is the GOP suddenly allowing him to testify publicly? Everything I read about the closed door session was horrible for them?

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Who believes this garbage. If you’re going to lie, try to make it somewhat believable.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

So petty and cowardly, that’s all we get from this regime. Every last one of them deserve to go to prison when this is all over. And we don’t need any of these wishy-washy democrats like the governor from Colorado considering a pardon for that 70 year old who tried to overturn the election.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Has he heard of Ruby Ridge, Waco or OKC? Pretty sure those weren’t liberals.

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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Who agrees? ✋

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Wow! That’s actually not a bad gift. 🤓

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Despite the cold, Music City is always busy! Even the Frogs were out last night.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Sgt. Cucci is another great asset and incredible guy. Also, great people at MHC for sure. Really enjoy collaborating with them.

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

From our family to yours - Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

What’s his end game? He’s not going to be in the DOJ forever. He’ll eventually go back to private practice, if he’s not disbarred first. Does he think opposing counsel will just look past his time in this administration?

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Benton McDonough @bentonmcdesq.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Great night at the Nashville tree lighting and took in a holiday market as well!

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