Stockard on the Stump: It’s not debatable, Blackburn shifting for money

By: Sam Stockard

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: July 17, 2026

Words: 1,622

Last Updated: 1 day, 16 hours ago


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As early voting begins in Tennessee’s gubernatorial primary election, frontrunning U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn appears to think she has the Republican race wrapped while simultaneously showing signs of paranoia.

Blackburn is set to hold a fundraising reception Aug. 26 in Atlanta (can you get there from here?), 20 days after the primary election. Supporters are asked to mail checks to Marsha for Governor, at a post office box in Atlanta or contribute online with WinRed, …

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