Lindsey Patrick-Wright

Lindsey Patrick-Wright is a candidate for Tennessee Senate District 17 Primary Election in 2026 in Tennessee State Senate District 17, Tennessee.

Librarian in TN

Also running: Theodore (butch) Baker, Mark Pody, Joni Cochran.

Lindsey Patrick-Wright is a Democratic candidate for the Tennessee State Senate, representing District 17 in the 2026 primary election. A dedicated mom and librarian, she brings 20 years of experience serving Tennessee communities through public libraries, where she helped families access education, opportunity, and support. Patrick-Wright lives in Wilson County, where she is raising her child and advocating for strong schools, safer communities, and affordability for working families. She emphasizes the importance of community voice and has publicly demanded transparency from the state, particularly regarding issues like the potential for an ICE detention center in Wilson County, stating the county does not want it.