TN-01 Democratic nominee?
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AUG 7, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleMuralist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationTennessee
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BackgroundMuralist
Notable personal detailsKristi Burke is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Tennessee’s 1st Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. She has described her background as a working-class community member and muralist, and says she has also worked in the beauty industry and built a YouTube platform. Her campaign committee is registered with the FEC under the principal committee name “KRISTI FOR CONGRESS.”
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports a fairer tax system that would require billionaires and corporations to pay more and funds expanded public programs such as healthcare and education. Prioritizes taxing the wealthy and large corporations rather than across-the-board tax cuts.
Healthcare
The candidate states that healthcare is a right and emphasizes expanding access to healthcare for Tennesseans. Her campaign materials frame healthcare as a core priority and part of a platform for equity and worker empowerment.
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Immigration & Border
Supports a humane immigration policy that balances security and human rights, opposes mass deportations and family separation, and calls for lawful, fair, and compassionate systems.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports reproductive freedom and says personal medical decisions should be made by individuals rather than the government. The campaign platform states that access to abortion, birth control, and reproductive healthcare must be protected.
News
Kristi Burke is being mentioned in coverage about GOP-led states redrawing congressional maps after a Supreme Court ruling narrowed how Voting Rights Act claims are judged. The changes affect majority-Black districts and are expected to lead to more legal fights ahead of the 2028 election cycle. The available summary does not give any specific new action or statement from Burke herself.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Kristi Burke for TN-01 Democratic nominee?
Indivisible Tennessee
Public figure
Indivisible Tennessee endorsed Kristi Burke for Congress in TN-01.
Courage for Democracy
Public endorsement
Courage for Democracy endorsed Kristi Burke for Congress in TN-01.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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