TN-01 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleArtist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationTennessee
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BackgroundArtist
Notable personal detailsKristi Burke is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Tennessee’s 1st Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. She is an artist and muralist and has built an online platform on YouTube focused on critical thinking. Her campaign is organized through the principal committee 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.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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