TN-08 Democratic nominee?
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AUG 7, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Air Force veteran; retired air traffic controller
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationTennessee
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BackgroundU.S. Air Force veteran; retired air traffic controller
EducationBachelor of Science
Notable personal detailsLeonard Perkins Sr. is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and retired air traffic controller, and he also worked for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He has served as a substance abuse counselor and as pastor/founder of Patmos Island Community Church. He founded Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1113 and the All Veterans Golfplex and Adaptive Sports Center.
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Positions
Healthcare
Supports expanded government role in providing basic public services including healthcare and emphasizes veterans’ healthcare and benefits; prioritizes veterans’ access to on-site medical and support services and lists women’s reproductive autonomy among priorities. Positions favor broader access to healthcare through government programs rather than market-only solutions.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports women's reproductive autonomy and lists women's rights and reproductive autonomy among top campaign priorities, indicating support for abortion access while not specifying limits or bans. Public campaign materials emphasize protecting reproductive autonomy as part of the candidate's platform.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Leonard Perkins for TN-08 Democratic nominee?
Johnny Shaw
Public figure
Johnny Shaw endorsed Leonard Perkins for Congress in Tennessee's 8th District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20242024
LatestCycle 2024
Source: FEC
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