Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian | Kevin Dean https://dailymemphian.com/feed/authors/252 The Daily Memphian is the must-read, daily online newspaper for in-depth, local journalism in Memphis and the Mid-South. Sign up for morning and evening editions, plus breaking news. (c) 2026 Opinion: 'Why Tennessee nonprofits matter more than ever' https://dailymemphian.com/article/53580 <p>&ldquo;Lawmakers must ensure that policies protect &mdash; not punish &mdash; the institutions that are closest to the people. Tennessee has long championed the importance of local, faith-based, and community-driven solutions. That&rsquo;s exactly what the vast majority of nonprofits represent.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p> kdean@tnnonprofits.org (Kevin Dean) Front Page Opinion https://dailymemphian.com/article/53580 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:17:53 -0500 Employees with mental health diagnoses are assets, not liabilities https://dailymemphian.com/article/4626 <p>"You&rsquo;re wondering how I can lead at full capacity battling such a persistent mental challenge. Three things: medication, unwavering purpose and a rigorous schedule."</p> kdean@tnnonprofits.org (Kevin Dean) Opinion Guest Columnists https://dailymemphian.com/article/4626 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:07:41 -0500