TN-07 Democratic nominee?
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AUG 7, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleState Representative
PartyDemocratic
Age52 years old (Aug 20, 1973)
GenderMale
LocationTennessee
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BackgroundBusinessman
EducationTennessee State University — BBA, Accounting (1997)
Notable personal detailsVincent Bernard Dixie is an American businessman and Democratic politician who has served in the Tennessee House of Representatives (District 54) since 2019. He earned a BBA in Accounting (1997) and an MBA (2004) from Tennessee State University and founded bail bonding businesses after working as a healthcare auditor. Dixie ran as a Democrat in the 2025 special election for Tennessee’s 7th congressional district and later launched a 2026 campaign for Congress in the newly drawn 7th District.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Vincent Dixie has promoted targeted tax relief for working families—highlighting his role in suspending Tennessee’s grocery sales tax—and frames economic policy around helping families and small businesses. There is no clear, consistent public record in the available sources showing advocacy for broad tax increases on upper incomes or a comprehensive plan for major tax cuts or large-scale redistribution.
Healthcare
Supports protecting Medicare and Medicaid, lowering prescription drug costs, and expanding coverage to increase access and prevent medical bankruptcy. Emphasizes keeping healthcare affordable and accessible and addressing hospital closures and coverage gaps.
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Immigration & Border
Supports reforms to make immigration processes less cumbersome and has sponsored state legislation that protects school communities from unannounced immigration enforcement actions; has voted against state bills that increase enforcement penalties. Positions emphasize procedural protections and limits on enforcement in specific contexts rather than maximal restrictionist measures.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate states that the choice of whether to carry a pregnancy to term should be between the pregnant person, their family, and their physician and has spoken against restrictive abortion legislation in Tennessee. His campaign materials and voter guides list him among Democrats supporting access to reproductive health care.
Climate & Energy
Vincent Dixie has sponsored legislation to price carbon emissions and has advocated for measures to reduce air pollution and support alternative energy solutions. His legislative activity includes proposing a carbon fee aimed at electricity providers and directing revenue toward local investment and the state general fund.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports stronger gun regulations including measures to track handgun purchases and broader restrictions to address gun violence while continuing to work within law enforcement/public safety frameworks. Has participated in demonstrations calling for more gun restrictions and has received low ratings from gun-rights groups.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Vincent Dixie for TN-07 Democratic nominee?
Davidson County Young Democrats
Public figure
Davidson County Young Democrats endorsed Vincent Dixie for Congress.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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