by Sydney Poe | Jan 28, 2014 | Uncategorized
Growing up, organizational communications and public relations major Emily Poe always wanted to make a difference in the world. To some kids, that leads them on to be teachers, nurses or doctors. For Emily it meant a career in politics. Poe spent time growing up searching the history of different political parties and watching presidential debates to get a better grasp on the world of politics. It became clear pretty quickly that the Republican side is where she fit best. “It aligns with my faith which then defines every aspect of my life, and that includes politics,” Poe said. “I know a lot of times people say they don’t want faith and politics to mix, but to me, they’re the perfect combination.” She started out as a political science major, but transferred to organizational communications and public relations to better fit her career path. During her sophomore year, Poe got involved with the Lipscomb College Republicans and became president of the club during her junior year. Soon after joining, Poe joined the Tennessee College Republicans, where she is now the Middle Tennessee Vice Chair. “The old administration really had left us disorganized, but under new leadership, we were able to turn that around,” Poe said. “We have fund raised, we have campaigned and we’ve done a lot more under the new administration.” Through the Tennessee College Republicans, she’s been able to attend a fundraiser for Paul Ryan while he campaigned under Mitt Romney during the most recent election. She has also interned under Governor John Kasich of Ohio and attended the GOP National Convention in Tampa, Fl. “Part of...
by Bridgette Begle | Oct 4, 2012 | News Slider
A Presidential debate watch party gave students and staff in Shamblin Theater on Wednesday night a unique opportunity to hear expert advice on who “won” and how the debate could impact the election. The event, which was open to the public, had a high turn out and featured a panel of experts who gave a brief informational introduction and some predictions about the debate. Lipscomb Communications Professor Alan Griggs hosted the two experts, one democrat and one republican, who shared their opinions on stage before and after the debate. Toby Compton, who served as the Republican representative on the panel, works in the administration of Gov. Bill Haslam. Compton and democratic representative Lisa Quigley, who serves as chief of staff for Rep. Jim Cooper (D-Tenn.), spoke respectfully about their own parties and the other’s party on what to expect in the debate. “He is going to lay out his case for why he should be re-elected… He has to come out today looking like the strong leader that Americans expect,” Quigley said laying out her expectations for President Barack Obama. Compton said Gov. Mitt Romney needed to focus on being relatable during the debate. “There is a lot of pressure on Romney to do well,” he said. “He has to present himself as human, as someone who can relate to other people.” Domestic issues were the intended topic of the debate but, according to Quigley, were passed right over. Instead, “Obamacare” and Medicaid were a central topic for the night. The debate also hit a range of topics from budget and taxes to cooperation between parties and Big Bird....
by Erica Aburto | Oct 2, 2012 | News Slider
Lipscomb will host a debate watch party Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 7:15 p.m. in Shamblin Theatre, welcoming the first of three debates this month between incumbent Barack Obama and Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney. The watch party is free and open to the general public. Pizza and refreshments will be provided, along with political insight by a panel of experts. Before the debate begins, attendants will be polled on relevant issues, submitting their answers using “clickers.” Afterwards, political experts will advise the attendants on what to look for in the remainder of the presidential race leading up to the election. After the panel of experts informs the audience about what to look for, the debate will be shown at 8 p.m. Jim Lehrer, host of NewsHour on PBS, will be moderating the debate live from the University of Denver. The debate will focus on domestic policy, with the moderator opening each of the six segments with a question and allowing each candidate two minutes to respond. To conclude the debate watch party, a political panel of experts will discuss and analyze the candidates’ performances throughout the debate. The panel will consist of former Chief of Staff to Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) and Senate Republican Policy Committee member Tom Ingram; former congressional candidate and now Chief of Staff to Rep. Jim Cooper (D-Tenn.) Lisa Quigley, and a Lipscomb student voter. Photo courtesy of the Associated...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 11, 2012 | News Slider, Opinion
Whatever you may believe about former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney, he’s not one to call it a day when the going gets tough. Ever since Romney lost the 2008 presidential nomination to Senator John McCain, one could only speculate he would be back for round two. As we all know, McCain lost, Democratic nominee Barack Obama became the President of the United States, and those apart of the GOP have been longing for the day when a challenger would arise to take on the incumbent Obama for the 2012 elections. Time passed, former hopefuls Mike Huckabee and Sarah Palin decided against a presidential run, McCain went back to Capitol Hill, and a certain Mitt Romney went to wait in the wings. On April 29th, 2011, Romney finally announced the almost-obvious. He would once again wage a campaign to become the Republican nominee. “It is time that we put America back on a course of greatness, with a growing economy, good jobs and fiscal discipline in Washington.” Romney said during his announcement speech. Ever since the announcement, Romney has faced opposition on many platforms. Dating back to the 2008 election, Romney has always been accused of being a political “flip-flop”. Opponents usually accuse the former governor of never adhering to a specific belief, saying what was beneficial at the moment – the marks of a true politician. Romney also lacked major support from the ultra-conservatives, most notably those apart of the Tea Party movement. But throughout the thick and the thin, the criticisms and the accusations, like the cat on the poster, Romney hung in there. This nomination process has...
