Phil Barnes
State Legislature

State House
District 35

Fighting for progressive values in the Tennessee State House — your voice in Nashville.

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About Phil

Air Force veteran. Theater designer. Carpenter. Tennessean since 2002. Phil Barnes is the Democrat nominee for State House District 35 because democracy starts with a choice — and he believes in moving forward to a better future.

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Where Phil Stands

Straight talk on the issues — not just what he's against, but what he'll fight for.

School Vouchers Voter ID Church & State Welfare Reform Gun Responsibility Personal Freedoms
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