This years change in leadership in the Tennessee State Senate with Republican Ron Ramsey serving as Lt. Governor is affecting the leadership in the lower House. A Rising Tide Raises All Boats and that is evidenced this year in the State House and State Senate.

Look for Tennessee Democrat Governor Phil Bredesen later this week (Thursday) to announce a modification to the BEP (Basic Education Program) funding to assist the large urban districts.

Is it enough? Will it make a difference? Only time and the rise in tide will tell.