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We asked GOP gubernatorial candidates how they’ll handle some of TN voters’ top concerns. Here’s what they said.
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Li Cohen , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 25, 2026
· 7 min read
What This Story Is About WSMV’s sister station WVLT sat down with the Republican gubernatorial candidates to find out some of their plans in handling voters’ top concerns. Why It Matters Marsha Blackburn, Monty Fritts and John Rose are the Republican gubernatorial candidates in this year’s primar...
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Key takeaway What Happens Next Voters can cast their ballot in the primaries now through early voting, or on primary election day on August 6.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The upcoming primary election will give Nashville voters a chance to weigh in on the direction of public education in Tennessee, a crucial issue for the city's families and economy. The Republican gubernatorial candidates' stances on school choice and vouchers will likely resonate differently with voters in urban Davidson County, where public schools face unique challenges, compared to rural areas. Marsha Blackburn's support for school choice and vouchers may appeal to some parents seeking alternatives, but Monty Fritts' proposal to cancel the voucher program could find support among those who believe it unfairly benefits affluent families. John Rose's comments on the limitations of school choice for lower-income families may strike a chord with voters in Nashville's underserved communities. As voters head to the polls, they will be considering not only the candidates' education policies but also their potential impact on the city's schools, teachers, and families.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? What This Story Is About WSMV’s sister station WVLT sat down with the Republican gubernatorial candidates to find out some of their plans in handling voters’ top concerns. Why It Matters Marsha Blackburn, Monty Fritts and John Rose are the Republican gubernatorial candidates in this year’s primar...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 25, 2026 by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) and curated for The Nashville readers.
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