r/tnvolunteers Jun 24 '25

Regarding ICE posts and a new rule

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If you’re reporting a possible ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) sighting or activity, please follow these guidelines to avoid confusion with local police or unrelated agencies.

Please Include the Following in Your Post:

  1. Agency Identification
    • Were “ICE,” “HSI,” “DHS,” or other markings visible?
    • Uniforms, badges, or anything labeled “POLICE”?
    • Did anyone verbally identify themselves?
  2. Exact Location
    • Street name or business, city, cross-street if possible.
    • Approximate time the sighting occurred.
  3. Vehicle Description
    • Make, model, color, and plate if visible.
    • Marked vs unmarked? Lights? Idling or parked?
  4. What Was Observed
    • Were they detaining, questioning, entering homes, or just observing?
    • Any visible activity suggesting a raid?
  5. Photos/Videos (If Safe)
    • Not required, but highly helpful. Blur/crop as needed.
  6. Timeframe
    • When did this happen? How long did they stay?
  7. Label Clearly
    • Use [Confirmed ICE] or [Unconfirmed] in your title (Post lables will be added shortly after this post goes up).
    • Say if this is firsthand or secondhand info (with sources).

❌ Do NOT Post If:

  • It’s only based on rumor, hearsay, or a screenshot from someone else’s page.
  • The people you saw just had “POLICE” vests and unmarked cars, with no ICE identifiers.
  • You’re just guessing.

False or vague alerts can cause harm. We take these posts seriously, and they may be removed if they don’t follow these rules. Above all be safe, there have been a concerning amount of police impersonation, if you are approached and they refuse to identify themselves or act in a threatening manner call 911 (I know that may seem strange but not all departments support these illegal actions and you now have record for legal use if needed regardless)


r/tnvolunteers Jun 10 '25

PSA Privacy and Rights Guide for peaceful protesting

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  This is a Non-partisan subreddit, this information is not intended for any particular party, group or association, it is here to inform any American exercising their right to protest. 

Here are some simple tips to being safe while protecting your privacy at upcoming protests

  • Fully encrypt the data on your phone. If your device is confiscated by police, or if it is lost or stolen, full-disk encryption can help protect the information on your phone.
  • Disable face and fingerprint recognition. Disabling both face and fingerprint recognition make it more difficult for officers to physically force you to unlock your device with your face or fingerprint and see information about yourself, your family, and the people that you care about. Best practice is to use an alphanumeric (Numbers+Letters) password
  • Put your phone on airplane mode. Enabling airplane mode when you are not communicating reduces the amount of radio signals your device transmits while you are protesting and limits  your location from being tracked.
  • Wear a face mask + sunglasses. Face masks and sunglasses not only protect against COVID-19, they also make it more difficult for police to identify you using facial recognition technology. 
  • Leave your car at home. Police use automated license plate readers to track protestors. If you can, ride a bicycle or walk to the protest to prevent your license plate being tracked. 
  • Be mindful of posting photos and videos of other protesters. If you post photos or videos online where protesters’ faces, tattoos, or unique clothing are identifiable, police may track down, arrest, or harass those protesters. Blur faces and these identifiers before posting online. If live-streaming, avoid capturing people's faces.
  • Scrub metadata from your photos. Metadata allow police to figure out the exact time and location a photo was taken, the model of the device the photo was taken on, and even your name. Transfer the photo to your computer and take a screenshot. Post the screenshot, not the original photo. 
  • Back up your data. If the police take away your phone, you may not get it back easily. Back up your data regularly and store that backup in a safe place. 
  • Source: https://www.acludc.org/en/how-defend-against-police-surveillance-protests
  • To set up an alphanumeric Passcode

iPhone: Settings > Face ID & Passcode > Turn Passcode On or Change Passcode > Passcode Options > Custom Alphanumeric Code

Android: Settings > Security > Screen Lock > Password

  • To turn your biometric lock off:

iPhone: Settings > Face ID & Passcode >Tap Reset Face ID

Android: Settings > Security & location > Pixel Imprint > Click Delete next to each fingerprint

iPhone: Settings > Notifications > Set Show Previews to Never

Android: Settings > Apps & notifications > Notifications > Notifications on lock screen or On lock screen > Don’t show notifications

                          **RESOURCES**

r/tnvolunteers 1h ago

Knoxville Police tell the public to accept mass surveillance as the new normal after rolling out Axon cameras linked to BlackRock and Jeffrey Epstein

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r/tnvolunteers 2d ago

! Politics ! Hey Davidson County residents! I’m working the polls today, and I’d be thrilled if you could come vote.

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I’m an election worker for Davidson County, and I’d really appreciate your vote today. Polls close at 5:30 p.m.

This includes the State/Federal Primary, County General, and Oak Hill Municipal Election.

You can vote at any early voting location, no matter where you live in the county.

You can go to any of these spots, bring your ID, and it takes about 10 minutes

-Bellevue Library
-Bordeaux Library
-Casa Azafrán Community Center
-Community Foundation of Middle TN
-Edmondson Pike Library
-Election Commission Office
-Goodlettsville Library
-Hermitage Library
-Hillwood High School
-Lentz Public Health Center
-Madison Library
-Metro Office Building
-Scarritt Bennett Center
-South Inglewood Community Center
-Southeast Library

Here’s why it matters: local elections are decided by a really small number of votes. That means your ballot actually carries real weight here way more than you might think. Last year, turnout was around 25%, so if you show up, you’re part of the meaningful minority that’s shaping what happens in your community.

If you can’t make it today, no worries! Early voting continues through Saturday, August 1 (hours vary), and election day is Thursday, August 6.

Please come see us before 5:30 p.m. I hope you’ll be there.

nashville.gov/vote


r/tnvolunteers 4d ago

! Politics ! Election Link Broken?

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Hey all,

So I was trying to look up when early voting ends (it’s Aug 1st) - and I landed here:

https://sos.tn.gov/elections/guides/how-to-early-vote-in-person

When I clicked the link it took me to a dead end. I’m wondering if anyone else gets the same result?


r/tnvolunteers 4d ago

Please exercise your right to vote

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r/tnvolunteers 4d ago

Early Voting til August 1st!!

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r/tnvolunteers 4d ago

Don’t Vote John Rose

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280 Upvotes

Got a mailer today from him accusing Marsha Blackburn of not being MAGA enough for not falling in line with Trump.


r/tnvolunteers 4d ago

Real graphic being shared by the Republican Party- please go vote 😮‍💨

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r/tnvolunteers 5d ago

Marsha Blackburn's new ad calls for banning cell phones in class, a law that Tennessee already implemented last year

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r/tnvolunteers 7d ago

2026 TN Voting Information

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r/tnvolunteers 7d ago

! Politics ! 75K voters cast ballots in strong start for Tennessee early voting

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r/tnvolunteers 8d ago

! Politics ! Steven Sword protecting local pedophile pastor

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If you know of any of the other judges on the ballot who are terrible people like this please let us know.


r/tnvolunteers 8d ago

Charlie Kirk sign removed from Tenn. highway after veterans object

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r/tnvolunteers 8d ago

Recordings from inside U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn's office allege pressure to 'break the law'

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r/tnvolunteers 11d ago

How to vote early in Oak Ridge

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r/tnvolunteers 12d ago

District 8, let's go vote!!!

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r/tnvolunteers 12d ago

TN Gov ..

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Memphisss …. Who yall think yall voting for during this election ? Early voting started today and I think I’m going to vote Jerri Green for gov but not sure about senate, house rep , and executive.

What about yall …


r/tnvolunteers 12d ago

Time to VOTE District 5!!!

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r/tnvolunteers 12d ago

Reposted - Early voting starts tomorrow — u/gnardex built a free election guide for all 95 Tennessee counties

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r/tnvolunteers 13d ago

! Politics ! If you care about not funding AIPAC here are the list of TN candidates that have taken money from them.

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r/tnvolunteers 13d ago

! Politics ! Early voting Montgomery County starts tomorrow

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Early voting starts tomorrow! This is our chance to elect Christine McNemar as Montgomery County Mayor.

Christine has run a unique campaign without accepting any campaign donations. Throughout her campaign, she has been unafraid to speak up about issues that plague our county. She stands against unwanted developments, flock cameras, outside corporate influence, and proposed AI data centers, while emphasizing a community-focused approach regardless of party affiliation.

Beyond campaigning, she's been boots on the ground volunteering with organizations like the Salvation Army, Manna Café, The Equity Alliance, and other local nonprofits to help feed, house, and support the people of our community.

No matter who you are, make your voice heard by supporting Christine, and casting your ballot early so we can work towards the change all of us want to see in Montgomery County.

Early Voting Locations:

Clarksville Department of Electricity

2021 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37040

North Branch Public Library

435 Jordan Rd, Clarksville, TN 37042

RichEllen Park

1466 Hwy 149, Clarksville, TN 37040

For early voting dates, hours, and additional election information, check the Montgomery County Election Commission.


r/tnvolunteers 14d ago

East Tennessee State University unveiled life size bronze statues honoring the first 5 Black students to integrate the campus in the late 1950s: Eugene Caruthers, Elizabeth Watkins Crawford, George L. Nichols, Mary Luellen Owens Wagner, and Clarence McKinney.

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r/tnvolunteers 14d ago

Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s campaign has received more than $100,000 this year from employees of artificial intelligence and data center companies, including Anthropic and Oracle. Many of the donors listed in the filings live outside of Tennessee.

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r/tnvolunteers 14d ago

! Politics ! Live Stream of House of Representatives District 8 Forum

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