Friends, What was billed as a debate between Gloria Johnson and Marsha Blackburn tonight in Franklin became a Town Hall meeting because, not surprisingly, Marsha was a no-show. In case you did not tune into The TN Holler Livestream, I offer you the responses Gloria gave to questions from the moderator. While my angle was pretty bad, Gloria gave terrific answers, not surprisingly. Since I have not interviewed Gloria for my Substack I thought this was a good way for you to get a bit up close with her. Thanks to Justin Kanew, for arranging this event.
Let’s vote- early folks!! Michele
The turnout on a cold night in Williamson County was great.
One of the signs:
And another one:
Question 1: Would you vote for a FEMA funding increase if needed?
Question 2: What about Governor Lee offering loans instead of grants to victims of Hurricane Helene?
Question 3: What is your plan to address gun violence?
Question 4: What is your position on public school funding and vouchers?
Question 5: What is needed to make public schools better?
Question 6: What is your take on Trump and the erosion of democratic norms?
Question 7: Do you have confidence in the election process?
Question 8: What gun safety laws do you propose and why?
Question 9: What is your position on private prisons?