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New book calls underfunding of TSU 'greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history'
By Levi Ismail at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 6 min read
A new book promises to expose how underfunding Tennessee State University amounted to the "greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history."The book, titled "How Dare You," is less about former TSU President Dr. Glenda Glover's life and more about how lawmakers reacted the moment she started qu...
Key takeaway Glenda Glover's life and more about how lawmakers reacted the moment she started questioning why the HBCU had been underfunded $544 million over decades a number the Biden administration later said was closer to $2.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The underfunding of Tennessee State University has significant implications for the local community, particularly in terms of economic development and education. With a funding disparity of potentially $2.1 billion, the impact on the university's ability to provide quality education and resources to its students is substantial. As a major institution in Davidson County, TSU plays a crucial role in the local economy, and its underfunding can have far-reaching consequences for the community. The fact that state lawmakers have been reluctant to address this issue raises questions about their commitment to supporting local education and economic growth. As the book "How Dare You" brings attention to this issue, it will be important to watch how local leaders respond and whether they will take concrete steps to address the funding disparity and support the university's mission. The community will be looking for tangible actions, not just words, to rectify this financial injustice.
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Category: library ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? A new book promises to expose how underfunding Tennessee State University amounted to the "greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history."The book, titled "How Dare You," is less about former TSU President Dr. Glenda Glover's life and more about how lawmakers reacted the moment she started qu...
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