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Memphis, Shelby
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Memphis community advocate, museum president, and 2022 Democratic gubernatorial candidate (third place). Also ran for Memphis mayor in 2023. Career spans healthcare and higher-ed administration; currently leads the African American International Museum Foundation.
Has spoken broadly about improving education and addressing disparities but has not articulated specific positions on vouchers, teacher pay, or funding reform.
A persistent voice for Memphis's Black community with genuine lived experience, but her third-place 2022 primary finish and limited institutional support make her a long shot in the Democratic primary.
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