| Conservative Republican Marsha Blackburn Wednesday announced her campaign to serve as Tennessee’s next governor. Here’s what conservatives are saying in support: |
| Governor Bill Lee: “I’ve known Senator Blackburn for a long time. She’s a great leader for our country, and I’m proud that she stepped into the race. I’m proud that we’ve got good candidates that are willing. We need people who are willing to step up and serve, so I’m excited for her.” (WVLT, 8/6/25) Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs: “Tennessee doesn’t follow; we lead. With Marsha Blackburn as Governor, it will stay this way. @VoteMarsha has a proven record of defending Tennessee conservative values, and exactly one year from today, I will proudly cast my vote for her to be our 51st Governor.” (X, 8/6/25) Congressman Chuck Fleischmann: “After having the privilege of watching @VoteMarsha be a conservative champion in the US Senate, I told her we needed a leader like that in the Governor’s office. Governor Blackburn will take Tennessee to new heights! I fully support @VoteMarsha! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp: “We’ve made some history lately. First female Hamilton County District Attorney. Then, the first female County Attorney. First female Governor next? Congrats to my friend Marsha Blackburn on officially launching her campaign for governor of Tennessee today.” (Facebook, 8/6/25) Vivek Ramaswamy: “It’s time for states to step up & lead the way. We’re expecting great things from you, @VoteMarsha!” (X, 8/6/25) Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson: “In 2002, the Tennessee General Assembly was considering implementing a state income tax. I stood with Marsha as she led the fight to stop it and witnessed firsthand her commitment to preserving Tennessee’s core values. She was the voice of reason to stand up to our own party and say no more. When she believes in something, she’s going to fight for that with everything she has. Let’s do this, @VoteMarsha! TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Alex Bruesewitz: “Let’s go @VoteMarsha! She will make an incredible Governor for the great state of Tennessee!  ” (X, 8/6/25)House Majority Leader William Lamberth: “My good friend @VoteMarsha is running to be our next Governor and has my full support. Marsha is one of the original conservative champions in Tennessee and helped turn us red to the roots. As Governor, I’m confident that she can make our great state even better. #VoteMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Ryan Fournier: “MAGA is behind @VoteMarsha 100%!” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Jason Zachary: “A proven, conservative leader! I fully support my friend @VoteMarsha for Governor.” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Mark White: “Tennessee needs a leader that will uphold our values. As a strong conservative voice and champion for the American people, I can’t think of a better Governor for the Volunteer State than Senator Marsha Blackburn. I am proud to support @VoteMarsha” (X, 8/7/25) Representative Kevin Raper: “I am happily sharing Senator Marsha Blackburn’s candidacy for Governor of Tennessee! Our family completely supports her! I am honored to endorse her as our next leader.” (Facebook, 8/7/25) US Senator John Barrasso: “.@VoteMarsha has been a fearless conservative voice and a champion for Tennessee. We’ve still got work to do together in the Senate, and I’m proud to fight alongside her to deliver for the American people.” (X, 8/7/25) Representative Dan Howell: “No one fights harder to defend our freedoms and conservative values than @VoteMarsha. I am thrilled she has announced her bid to run for Governor – she’s got my support as she takes the fight to the Governor’s Office!” (X, 8/6/25) Cleveland City Mayor Kevin Brooks: “Marsha Blackburn has done a great job for Tennessee as our first female TN Senator. She will be our first female Governor of Tennessee and will do a great job for us all.” (Facebook, 8/6/25) Senator Adam Lowe: “A gladiator for our winning, consumer-driven economy in TN. Champion of women, common sense, and family. A conservative to the core and she wants to come back home. Excellent!” (X, 8/6/25) Senator John Stevens: “.@VoteMarsha has been an incredible US Senator for the people of West Tennessee, and I have no doubt she will continue her path of excellence as Governor of Tennessee. #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Elaine Davis: “The Volunteer State thrives on freedom, and no one fights harder for our conservative values than @VoteMarsha. I am supporting her bid for Governor, and I encourage you to do the same! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Senator Bo Watson: Tennessee’s next leader should be bold, principled, and ready to fight to keep our state a conservative powerhouse. I’m proud to support @VoteMarsha on her path to becoming the next Governor of Tennessee! She stands for small government, strong borders and our conservative values. That’s why I’m on #TeamMarsha! #TNGov” (X, 8/6/25) House Majority Whip Johnny Garrett: “In exactly one year, we have the opportunity to elect a champion for freedom, prosperity, and a consistent defender of Tennessee’s conservative principles. @VoteMarsha will make a fantastic Governor of the Volunteer State, and she has my complete and total support! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Assistant Majority Leader Mark Cochran: “Leadership matters. The people of Tennessee need a conservative leader who will help us thrive in @realDonaldTrump’s America– @VoteMarsha is that leader. #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) House Majority Caucus Chair Jeremy Faison: “You already know how the next Tennessee governor’s race will end: @VoteMarsha will make history as the state’s first female governor. With a legacy of leadership that began over two decades ago in the state legislature, she will continue fighting for the same shared values she championed ever since.” (X, 8/6/25) Dr. Carol M. Swain: “Marsha and I agree 90 percent of the time. I’m enthusiastically supporting her because she always listens and returns phone calls. She will be a refreshing change for Tennessee. @VoteMarsha.” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Jake McCalmon: “The Office of the Governor requires someone who is steadfast, committed, and will maintain Tennessee’s ever-growing economy— @VoteMarsha is that leader. One year from today, I will proudly support her as she seeks to serve as Governor of Tennessee! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Greg Vital: “.@VoteMarsha works for the people. I am thrilled that she is announcing her bid for Governor. I know Marsha will work to better the lives of all Tennesseans, and that is why she has my unwavering support. Ready to cast my vote for Marsha one year from today! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Brock Martin: “As a girl dad, the potential of having our first female Governor of Tennessee is encouraging and inspiring to us all. @VoteMarsha has been so good to West Tennessee and I have no doubt she will continue to be. #WestTNMatters” (X, 8/8/25) Representative John Gillespie: “Marsha Blackburn has a proven track record of strong conservative leadership for TN. Not only has she fought for conservative policies in Washington, she’s also backed Republican candidates at every level in TN. @VoteMarsha has my full support!” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Rick Scarbrough: “Tennessee stands with our law enforcement – and so does Marsha Blackburn. @VoteMarsha is ready to keep our communities safe. I proudly support Marsha Blackburn to be our next Governor! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Senator Brent Taylor: “Marsha’s the man to Make Memphis Matter! I’m all in for Marsha to be Tennessee’s next Governor. She understands what it’s going to take to get Memphis’ crime challenge under control, and her relentless pursuit as Senator to allocate DOJ and FBI resources to Memphis is proof she will use that same determination as Governor. I cannot wait to cast my vote for her one year from today! #TeamMarsha @VoteMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Senate Majority Caucus Chair Ken Yager: “I have no doubt that my friend Marsha Blackburn will make an amazing Governor for Tennessee. She is a trailblazer who stands strong with her core values. Alongside the leadership of President @realDonaldTrump Governor Blackburn will keep our state strong! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Chris Todd: “.@VoteMarsha is strong, principled, and knows the ins and outs of state government better than anyone. We are exactly one year out from the Primary, and I am excited to support @VoteMarsha to be the next Governor of Tennessee. #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Madison County Commissioner Jeff Wall: “It’s official, Marsha Blackburn is running for Governor of Tennessee! Sen. Blackburn is stepping into the 2026 race with a bold vision: keeping Tennessee America’s conservative stronghold. She’s the first woman ever elected to the U.S. Senate from our state, and she will make history again as our next Governor. As an elected official myself, there have been times I have communicated needs for our community, or stood alongside others doing the same, and each time I have been met with her and her staff’s attentiveness, respect, and willingness to act. I’m proud to stand with #TeamMarsha as she commits to leading with conservative values that have served Tennessee so well. From securing our border to cutting taxes, supporting veterans, and protecting our freedoms, she’s already proven she gets the job done.” (Facebook, 8/8/25) Senator Dawn White: “.@VoteMarsha is ready to lead Tennessee. Let’s do this! #TnGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative Clay Doggett: “I’m excited to support @VoteMarsha in her bid for Governor of Tennessee! #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) Representative David Hawk: “On May 6, 2025 I announced my run for re-election for the Tennessee House, saying that I would be on the ballot in 2026 with whomever “hopes to be our next Governor, and I hope SHE wins!” Marsha Blackburn is the SHE and SHE is now in the race!” (Facebook, 8/7/25) Representative Renea Jones: “I am all in for @VoteMarsha. A great woman to be our first female Governor. She will work in tandem with @realDonaldTrump, returning power back to the states and out of DC. #TNGov #TeamMarsha” (X, 8/6/25) John Rich: “   ” (X, 8/6/25) |
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