Past campaign
Governor Tennessee
Primary election
Statewide, TennesseeEnded 8/6/2026
Past campaign details are available on the full race page.
Governor of Tennessee
LP
Lauren Pinkston
AcademicIndependent
Columbia, TN
About
Lauren Pinkston, an independent candidate for Governor of Tennessee in 2026, holds a Ph.D. and has career experience in business development, education, and counter-trafficking expertise. Shifting her focus from global human trafficking to her homeland's political challenges, she aims to offer independent, solutions-focused leadership. Pinkston advocates for lowering the cost of living, strengthening education and workforce pathways, building reliable infrastructure, restoring government accountability, and supporting rural communities. She believes in putting people ahead of partisan politics and fostering a government that genuinely serves its citizens.
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