Wed
Sep 9 2026
02:27 pm
Jerri Green, the Democratic nominee for TN Governor, and Marsha Blackburn, the Republican nominee, participated in the Nashville Banner’s 30-issue policy questionnaire, which highlights the contrast between the pair, who split on nearly every issue, each following their party’s view.
Since there will probably be no debate. Green keeps offering to debate Blackburn, but Blackburn doesn't seem up to it.
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