Education
Supports stronger schools and workforce pathways that prepare students for stable careers.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Lauren Pinkston
Candidate for Governor · Tennessee
THE PERSON
Background
Lauren Pinkston is an educator and anti-trafficking advocate. Her 2026 questionnaire describes helping launch Southeast Asian businesses employing trafficking survivors and people facing political persecution.
Roots
- Teaching and anti-trafficking advocacy.
- Helped launch survivor-employment businesses in Southeast Asia, according to her questionnaire.
Education
- Degree in elementary education; institution and degree level not specified in the reviewed questionnaire.
Background sources checked November 2, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Government Accountability
Calls for transparent, responsive government and responsible use of taxpayer money.
Source checked November 2, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
Governor · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Tennessee Secretary of State · November 3, 2026 general-election governor candidate list ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.