We endorse candidates who fight for working-class Tennesseans. No corporate PAC money, no establishment shortcuts.
The high-profile races where The Tennessee Report Standard made the call.
Our county-by-county voter guide is in the works. Updates to come…
Everything you need to make your voice count in 2026.
The Tennessee Report is a youth-led progressive endorsement organization focused on electing working-class candidates across the state.
We set a high bar. No corporate PAC money. No dark money. No establishment shortcuts. If a candidate doesn’t meet The Tennessee Report Standard, we don’t endorse them. Simple as that.
Questions? thetennesseereport@gmail.com
We’re actively endorsing candidates across the state. Check back often, or reach out if you think we should take a look at your race.
Primary Election: August 6, 2026 · county races are decided this day. General Election: November 3, 2026 · statewide, federal, and remaining races.
In Tennessee, you have to be registered 30 days before an election to participate. If you’ve moved recently, changed your name, or haven’t voted in a long time, it’s a good idea to double-check your status.
Register to Vote Online →Tennessee has a great early voting period. You don’t need a special reason, just show up at an early voting location in your county. It usually runs for about two weeks, ending a few days before Election Day.
No long lines. On your own schedule. Get it done.
Tennessee is strict about absentee voting. You can only vote by mail if you have a legal reason: being 60+, out of town on Election Day, or having a physical illness or disability.
Request a ballot from your local election office, fill it out, and mail it back. It must be received by the time polls close on Election Day.
Download the Absentee Request Form →If you’re voting on Election Day, make sure you go to your assigned polling place.
Pro tip: Use the GoVoteTN App to find your exact location and preview your ballot before you go.
GoVoteTN App →Updates to come…
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