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Candidates for TN Governor split on public-private partnerships, including I-24 Choice Lanes
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Steve Mehling , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· October 8, 2026
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Key points Further details on the candidates' views are available. Gubernatorial candidates have varying opinions on partnerships between government and private entities to improve infrastructure.
Gubernatorial candidates have varying opinions on partnerships between government and private entities to improve infrastructure. These partnerships allow for shared risks and rewards in contract projects. A series of discussions with the candidates revealed their differing views on using such partnerships to address infrastructure needs.
Further details on the candidates' views are available. The discussions covered projects like certain highway lanes and a proposed loop.
The candidates' opinions on funding and handling these projects were also explored in the discussions.
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Published: October 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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