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Reason is Back
on the Table

Because Tennessee's government should work as hard as the taxpayers who fund it.

Reason is Back
on the Table

Because Tennessee's government should work as hard as the taxpayers who fund it.

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Why I'm Running

Government works best when ideas compete, not politicians.

As a 7th generation Tennessean, I've spent my career pursuing injustice: starting businesses with survivors of human trafficking, researching employment gaps in the workforce, leading nonprofits, and advising global organizations.

Now, I'm running to be the next Governor of Tennessee, because the greatest injustice I see every day is a system that suggests you have to be a political extremist in order to be a represented citizen.

Independents now outnumber Republicans and Democrats in Tennessee because voters want solutions, not sides.

Affordability

Eliminate the grocery tax, cap property taxes, make it possible to own a home.

Education

End vouchers, reduce testing, limit screens, add 50,000 childcare slots.

Healthcare

Close healthcare deserts, take on middlemen driving up your costs.

Communities

No new data centers until TN sets the rules, make growth pay for growth.

Accountability

Open primaries, end gerrymandering, report voter input on issues.

Join

Be part of
something bigger
than politics.

This campaign is about bringing Tennesseans together – across parties, backgrounds, and beliefs – to focus on what really matters.

Join us to help build a campaign rooted in integrity, practical solutions, and a shared vision for Tennessee’s future.

Endorsements

What Tennesseans Are Saying

You’ve reignited our hope. Not because I think you’re going to fix it all, but because for the first time, it feels like the sacrifices my family makes to live in TN are worth it if it means we can support leaders who will lead well and reach across party lines. I 1,000% believe in you.
Kelsey, Adoptive Mom
It’s good to have a feeling of hope again! Thank you for being and doing you, for all of us.
Alicia, Healthcare Management
We have to give local officials a candidate who wants to solve problems without being a Republican or Democrat so that they can advocate for what they really need without political blowback.
Danny, TN Government
There is a fire that needs to be put out, and the only way we can bridge the gap between Democrats and Republicans is if we put democracy first.
Landon, Artist
I can’t wait to not vote Republican and feel good about it.
Marcy, Accountant
I’ve lived in Tennessee my whole life and don’t plan on leaving. I want to see it be a better place for everyone. I want my kids and future grandkids to be proud of me. Thanks for giving me a productive place to direct this passion and energy.
Alex, Children and Youth Services
You’ve reignited our hope. Not because I think you’re going to fix it all, but because for the first time, it feels like the sacrifices my family makes to live in TN are worth it if it means we can support leaders who will lead well and reach across party lines. I 1,000% believe in you.
Kelsey, Adoptive Mom
It’s good to have a feeling of hope again! Thank you for being and doing you, for all of us.
Alicia, Healthcare Management
We have to give local officials a candidate who wants to solve problems without being a Republican or Democrat so that they can advocate for what they really need without political blowback.
Danny, TN Government
There is a fire that needs to be put out, and the only way we can bridge the gap between Democrats and Republicans is if we put democracy first.
Landon, Artist
I can’t wait to not vote Republican and feel good about it.
Marcy, Accountant
I’ve lived in Tennessee my whole life and don’t plan on leaving. I want to see it be a better place for everyone. I want my kids and future grandkids to be proud of me. Thanks for giving me a productive place to direct this passion and energy.
Alex, Children and Youth Services
You’ve reignited our hope. Not because I think you’re going to fix it all, but because for the first time, it feels like the sacrifices my family makes to live in TN are worth it if it means we can support leaders who will lead well and reach across party lines. I 1,000% believe in you.
Kelsey, Adoptive Mom
It’s good to have a feeling of hope again! Thank you for being and doing you, for all of us.
Alicia, Healthcare Management
We have to give local officials a candidate who wants to solve problems without being a Republican or Democrat so that they can advocate for what they really need without political blowback.
Danny, TN Government
There is a fire that needs to be put out, and the only way we can bridge the gap between Democrats and Republicans is if we put democracy first.
Landon, Artist
I can’t wait to not vote Republican and feel good about it.
Marcy, Accountant
I’ve lived in Tennessee my whole life and don’t plan on leaving. I want to see it be a better place for everyone. I want my kids and future grandkids to be proud of me. Thanks for giving me a productive place to direct this passion and energy.
Alex, Children and Youth Services
You’ve reignited our hope. Not because I think you’re going to fix it all, but because for the first time, it feels like the sacrifices my family makes to live in TN are worth it if it means we can support leaders who will lead well and reach across party lines. I 1,000% believe in you.
Kelsey, Adoptive Mom
It’s good to have a feeling of hope again! Thank you for being and doing you, for all of us.
Alicia, Healthcare Management
We have to give local officials a candidate who wants to solve problems without being a Republican or Democrat so that they can advocate for what they really need without political blowback.
Danny, TN Government
There is a fire that needs to be put out, and the only way we can bridge the gap between Democrats and Republicans is if we put democracy first.
Landon, Artist
I can’t wait to not vote Republican and feel good about it.
Marcy, Accountant
I’ve lived in Tennessee my whole life and don’t plan on leaving. I want to see it be a better place for everyone. I want my kids and future grandkids to be proud of me. Thanks for giving me a productive place to direct this passion and energy.
Alex, Children and Youth Services