The finger-pointing escalated this week as some Republicans argued that a major utility company run by Democratic appointees has “woke” policies on diversity and tree-trimming that are the causes of customers’ woes.
There’s bipartisan and widespread consensus that Nashville Electric Service, which serves the city as well as surrounding counties, mishandled the storm, struggling to mobilize enough workers and equipment to quickly clear fallen trees and restore service.
Without knowing anything about the issue, I can guarantee Tennessee energy policies are to blame. And if I had to guess, it’s probably the fault of favoring “free market” over “reasonable regulation” and consumer protection type policies.