Candidate for Tennessee Governor in 2018 Tennessee 2018 General Election.
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Get StartedRespect for law and order is a fundamental necessity for a stable society. Learn more
We must clearly define roles and responsibilities between different levels of law enforcement in the event that serious issues or concerns arise. Learn more
We must ensure that the quality of law enforcement training is consistent across the state and provide consistent follow-up and monitoring to ensure interactions with the public and outcomes are consistent for all citizens. Learn more
We must ensure that processes are in place to fully support law enforcement agencies while making sure there are clear channels of communication for the general public when concerns arise. Learn more
Before increasing any department budgets, we must look at the current spending and make sure it is being used efficiently and have measurable goals to be achieved with any new spending. Learn more
While Tennessee is currently in relatively good financial shape, we must ensure that policies or initiatives created today do not overcommit financial resources based on inflated revenue projections. Learn more
We will make sure local career and technical colleges have the resources needed to train for current workforce needs as well as develop skills for developing industries and skill sets. Learn more
We must structure incentives and workforce development training to account for areas with higher unemployment. Learn more
We must put as much or more effort into helping local businesses expand as we do to attracting new companies to the state. Learn more
We must help ensure that all counties and towns are included in the current economic expansion. Learn more
We must ensure that all high school students have access to hands-on training to set them up for success in the workforce once they graduate. Learn more
In order to fairly hold teachers accountable we must focus as much on the process of preparation, delivery and student engagement as we do on results of standardized tests. Learn more
We must lessen the testing burden the state requires as it focuses on results of standardized tests. Learn more
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