Tennessee Set to Elect First Female Governor as Jerri Green Wins Democratic Primary
Memphis City Councilwoman Jerri Green has made history by becoming the first woman to be nominated by the Democratic Party for governor of Tennessee. Green secured the nomination by defeating several opponents, including Carnita Atwater and Tim Cyr, with over 70% of the votes. In the Republican primary, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn emerged victorious, defeating U.S. Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts. The general election in November could see Tennessee elect its first female governor, depending on the performance of the 17 independent candidates also on the ballot. 
