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Telisa Franklin

Democratic · Tennessee · 2026

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Tennessee House District 96Tennessee · 2026Shelby County sample ballot
Top priorities
  • Public safety
  • Strong public schools and workforce pathways
  • Accessible, affordable healthcare

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Telisa Franklin is a television talk show host, radio station president, and author who has founded several community organizations, per her campaign site. She won the Democratic primary over incumbent Rep. Gabby Salinas in District 96, based in Cordova.

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Profile facts follow official election office filings and the sources cited in each biography. Roster last verified September 27, 2026. Official sources are the final word on who appears on your ballot.

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