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Kane Wins Knox County, Tennessee Mayor Republican Primary

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WWE Superstar, Glenn Jacobs known as Kane, appeared to have won a mayoral primary race in Tennessee on Tuesday.

Jacobs, 51, was leading Brad Anders by 17 votes in the bid to represent the Republican Party in the race for Knox County mayor, Knox News reported. Jacobs was leading 14,633 to 14,616 with 100 percent of the precincts reporting.

The former professional wrestler declared victory in a tweet thanking everyone who helped his campaign win the Republican primary.

“Thanks to everyone who helped win this historic victory!! The people who cast a ballot for me, my great team, my wonderful volunteers,” he wrote. “Looking forward to VICTORY in the general election!”

Jacobs’ campaign is a far cry from his WWE days wrestling under the moniker Kane – “a monstrous abomination that seems to have been extracted directly from your childhood nightmares,” according his WWE bio.

The former champ is running on keeping taxes low, focusing on quality education, job creation, improved infrastructure and limited government.

Jacobs is hardly the first WWE superstar to take a run in politics. Jesse Ventura served as the governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003. Former ECW competitor Terrance Gerin, known commonly as Rhyno, ran for the Michigan House of Representatives in 2016 as a Republican, but lost in the general election by more than 8,000 votes, according to WXYZ-TV.

It appears Jacobs will be battling Democrat Linda Haney in the mayoral race, according to Knox News. The county’s general election is set for Aug. 2.

Source: Fox News via MSN.com

The Undertaker and Kane Reuniting For A Big Campaign Event

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The Undertaker and Kane (Glenn Jacobs) will be reuniting for a big campaign event as Jacobs continues his bid for Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee. The event will take place on Thursday, March 1st at 6:30pm in Knoxville, TN from the Rothchild Catering & Conference Center. This is the first time that The Brothers of Destruction have appeared together outside of the ring, according to the official event page. A $50 General Admission ticket allows for one autograph from the two but the $60 Combo ticket also includes entry to a live February 16th “Talk Is Jericho” podcast recording with Kane and Chris Jericho. The $100 VIP ticket includes a commemorative poster and a private pre-event session where fans can get a posed photo with Kane and Taker. There’s also a $150 VIP With Reception ticket that includes entry to a private post-event reception. Full details on the event are at this link.

Source: WrestlingINC

Kane Returns – Added To TLC Main Event (Video)

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‘The Devil’s favorite demon’ Kane returned to WWE last night on RAW. He came up through the ring, then chokeslammed Roman Reigns twice before he and Braun Strowman took turns beating him up. After that, Strowman won the match and The Miz announced Kane would be the final member of their team along with Cesaro & Sheamus on Sunday at WWE TLC when they face-off against The Shield in a 5-on-3 TLC match.

Kane Officially Announces Run For Mayor (Video)

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WWE Superstar Kane officially announced today that he’ll be running for Mayor in Tennessee.

Glenn Jacobs — aka Kane — made his way to the podium for the announcement at Sweet Pea’s BBQ in South Knoxville as the song “Only in America” by Brooks and Dunn played over the PA.

Jacobs says in the video, “This is a great place to work, live and raise a family. I want to do my part to make sure it remains a great place and that our future is as bright as ever.” Adding, “So today … I ask for your prayers, I ask for your support and I ask for your vote to become Knox County’s next mayor.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Watch Kane’s announcement below (his speech begins around 6:30):

Kane To Run For Mayor Of Knox County, Tennessee

Glenn Jacobs, better known as WWE’s Kane, has reportedly filed paperwork that indicates he plans to run for mayor of Knox County, Tennessee.

According to WCYB, Jacobs submitted formal campaign documents March 1 that disclosed he had hired a treasurer to assist with his pursuit of the mayoral post.

In May 2016, Jacobs said he was mulling a bid for mayor because incumbent Tim Burchett’s term limit was set to expire in 2018 and he wanted to find ways to positively impact Knox County.

“I think the most important thing is I care very deeply about this community, like a lot of people do,” he said, per WBIR.com’s Mike Donila. “And that’s the only reason I would consider getting into any sort of government because I do care very deeply.”

Jacobs, who reportedly identifies as a Republican, is expected to have stiff competition in the Knox County mayoral race.

WCYB noted Knox County Commissioner Bob Thomas and Democrat Tracy Clough both took the same procedural steps as Jacobs and filed paperwork confirming they had also hired campaign treasurers.

Source: Bleacher Report

News On Kane’s WWE Absence

Kane has been dealing with some nagging injuries. Sportskeeda reported that Kane had also requested time off, which was granted, to run for the Knox County mayoral seat in 2018 and to work on his insurance agency, The Jacobs Agency. It was noted that Kane’s current WWE deal has a $905,000 downside with first class travel and accommodations, and it is set to expire next year.

Kane made his first televised WWE appearance nearly 22 years ago in June of 1995 as Dr. Isaac Yankem, Jerry Lawler’s evil dentist.

Source: WrestlingINC

Where Has Kane Been?

The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that Kane has been out of action to deal with several nagging injuries. Kane has been out of action since early December. His last televised match was a victory over Luke Harper on the November 29th episode of SmackDown Live.

Source: WrestlingINC

Post-SmackDown Video Of The Undertaker And Kane

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The Undertaker and Kane reunited after last night’s WWE SmackDown Live 900 went off the air. WWE posted this video of the Brothers of Destruction together once again.

Kane Running For Mayor In Knox County, Tennessee?

Source: WrestlingINC

Kane (Glenn Jacobs) spoke with the local NBC affiliate in Knoxville, Tennessee and said he’s seriously considering a run as a Republican for the Knox County mayoral seat in 2018. Kane says he will make his decision later this year after the presidential election. He commented:

“Yes, I’ve talked about it with some folks but there’s nothing too solid yet. Mayor Burchett’s term is coming up and I think he’s been really good for Knox County. I think the most important thing is I care very deeply about this community, like a lot of people do. And that’s the only reason I would consider getting into any sort of government because I do care very deeply. And I think it’s incumbent upon people who care about the communities to try to make a difference.”

Kane is apparently running on keeping county taxes low. He said:

“What I’ve seen in Knox County the past several years is that taxes have remained low because it’s a great place to live. People move here and that helps expands the tax base. My political philosophy is the ‘smaller the better. Government should stay out of the way and let free enterprise do what it does best.”

It would be an interesting career change for Kane as the county mayor earns around $170,000 annually and oversees almost 1,000 employees with a more than $750 million budget.

WWE Considering A Big Gimmick Match For Daniel Bryan at Payback

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Batista’s status is up in the air for Payback & WWE officials, including Vince McMahon were still trying to convince him to stay & work the match with Daniel Bryan next month. The plan coming out of Extreme Rules is if they can’t get Batista for the match at Payback, then they will do Kane VS Bryan in a Buried Alive Match.

 

Source: WrestlingInc.com & F4WOnline: