Jerri Green, Democratic Candidate for TN Governor
Leading Democratic candidate for Governor of Tennessee, has announced a bold Day One Plan aimed at delivering immediate relief to working families across the state. She’s set to continue her extensive tour across Tennessee this weekend, kicking off at the Irish Celebration Parade in Houston, followed by town halls in Waverly and Fairview.
“I’m not just running to win, I’m running to govern. Every stop, we hear from Tennesseans who are struggling. They deserve immediate relief. On Day One, we will deliver.” — Jerri Green
Jerri’s Day One Plan includes:
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Housing Relief: Use $10M in TANF funds to waive security deposits, helping 100,000+ families secure housing.
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Childcare for All: Invest $50M to eliminate the childcare waitlist so parents can work without worry.
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End Medical Debt: Use $10M to erase predatory medical debt for 100,000+ Tennesseans.
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Protect Reproductive Freedom: Sign an executive order protecting healthcare providers.
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Stop ICE Cooperation: End Tennessee Highway Patrol’s collaboration with ICE.
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Restore Expert Leadership: Appoint qualified leaders in key agencies.
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Put People Over Profit: End private prison contracts and challenge Ballad Health’s monopoly.
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Keep TVA Public: Ensure TVA remains a public utility, serving the people.
Jerri’s campaign continues to build momentum with over 70 stops across Tennessee. You can find Jerri’s Day One Plan and future campaign stops, at greenforgovernor.com
Jerri Green is a mom of three, Memphis City Councilwoman, and proud Democrat. A lifelong Tennessean, she was raised in Memphis, educated in Knoxville, and began her career in Nashville. Choosing Memphis as home, she’s fought for her community by championing living wages for public employees, securing funding for food at senior centers, advocating for Shelby County’s first free gun lock by mail program, and more. Most recently, she advocated for free bus rides in light of federal cuts hurting low-income and vulnerable communities. Jerri flipped her seat blue for the first time in its history, also helping to secure the Council’s first woman majority.
