Tennessee Senate District 27 in Tennessee State Senate District 27, Tennessee

2026 Primary Election

• Jack Johnson — Incumbent Tennessee State Senate Majority Leader in Nashville, TN

  Jack Johnson is a conservative Republican currently serving as a Tennessee State Senator for District 27 and has been the State Senate majority leader since 2018. First elected to the Senate in 2006, he is seeking re-election in the 2026 Republican primary. A faith-driven family man, Johnson advocates for lower taxes, strong fiscal discipline, and defending constitutional rights, including the Second Amendment. His platform also emphasizes securing the southern border, protecting the vulnerable, promoting parental choice in education, and ensuring secure elections. He stands against unconstitutional mandates and aims to preserve Tennessee's conservative values.

• David A Hardy — Candidate for Tennessee State Senate in Franklin, TN

  David A. Hardy, a Nashville native, is running for the Tennessee State Senate District 27. He grew up in the area, learning values of leadership, hard work, respect, and kindness from his parents, who owned a sporting goods store and a seamstress business. With a background in healthcare, where he focused on improving community quality of life through systems and technology, David brings problem-solving skills and a compassionate outlook. He advocates for strong leadership rooted in empathy, kindness, and respect, aiming to build safer neighborhoods, stronger local businesses, and foster unity in the legislature and communities. He believes in hearing every voice.