Olsen formally announces Congress bid at Elizabethton rally
Olsen formally announces Congress bid at Elizabethton rally
Why am I running for Congress?
There are times in some people’s lives where they feel called to stand up and say, “There is a better way.” Like many Americans, and many fellow citizens in Tennessee’s First District, I was stunned by the election results in November 2016. The progress we Americans had made over the course of the last few … Read Article
The Environment
I certainly appreciate living in such a beautiful area of the United States. Every time I look at our tree covered mountains, I feel an emotional lift. It is important for all of us to contribute to environmental preservation not just for ourselves but also for the generations that come after us. Environmental preservation is … Read Article
9/24/17 Meet & Greet at the home of Ross & Gena Spires
The Meet & Greet on September 24, 2017 was a success! Many thanks to Ross & Gena Spires for the use their beautiful home for the event.
Health care advocates call on Sens. Corker and Alexander to oppose GOP bill
Health care advocates call on Sens. Corker and Alexander to oppose GOP bill Brandon Paykamian • Updated Sep 23, 2017 at 12:13 PM bpaykamian@johnsoncitypress.com It may be a moot point now that a major player in the U.S. Senate has voiced his opposition, but several Tennessee health care advocates are urging the state’s two senators … Read Article
Responsible Change in Healthcare Part 2
Responsible Change in Healthcare Part 2- A roadmap to improved healthcare coverage Part 1 of this discussion laid out the argument that many citizens of Tennessee’s First District are harmed by a lack of healthcare coverage. Before I discuss a plan, let’s make sure the goal is understood. First, what we want to achieve long … Read Article
Marty Visits Greene County Democrats
“Tennessee 1st District Congressional hopeful Martin “Marty” Olsen told the Greene County Democratic Party that he believes it is possible to prevail politically against fellow physician and sitting congressman Dr. Phil Roe because of two factors: his conviction that Americans have more beliefs and values in common than differences, and also share “Trump fatigue.”” … Read Article
Responsible Change in Healthcare
Responsible Change in Healthcare Part 1- Healthcare coverage is a significant problem in Tennessee’s First District. Healthcare was the issue that inspired me to begin my campaign for Congress. When I heard the reports of Congressional plans to cut healthcare coverage for 22 million Americans, I felt this was wrong, and I decided to do … Read Article
Visit to Sevier County
On Thursday, September 14th, Dr. Marty Olsen was welcomed by the Sevier County Democrats.