I’m a progressive candidate running to represent District 26 in the Tennessee House of Representatives. Here’s what else you should know:

1. I’m a native Tennessean. Raised in Memphis, schooled in Knoxville (GBO!), married a guy from Nashville, lived in Chattanooga since 1997. This is home. This is personal.
2. I come from a military family. I know what patriotism looks like. It’s about upholding our Constitution and democratic ideals—not just reciting a pledge.
3. I’m a product of Catholic schools. I know what Jesus preached. It’s about caring about and for each other—not just reciting prayers.
4. I’m a journalist and editor. I do a lot of research and talk to a lot of knowledgeable people before I write a magazine article. Our laws should be written with that same level of care.
5. I’ve got three daughters. I trust them to make decisions about their own bodies. I trust your daughters too.
6. I was a stay-at-home, work-from-home mom. I know the struggle and how to juggle. I once interviewed Sen. Lamar Alexander on a corded phone while a kid was trying to put a hamster down my back. It wasn’t even my kid.
7. I’m not a career politician. I don’t want personal power. I want our government to work for all Tennesseans, not just the wealthy few.
8. I’m an advocate for people. I’ll go to bat for anyone who needs my help.
9. I’m honest and ethical. Let’s just say that honesty and ethics are in short supply in the Tennessee General Assembly.
10. I’m not afraid to speak my mind. I guess that’s obvious.

Allison
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