Pro Schools Candidate Behn Wins Dem Primary for 7th District Congressional Seat

Behn’s record reflects strong support for public schools

State Rep. Aftyn Behn is now the Democratic nominee for the 7th District Congressional seat vacated by Republican Mark Green. Behn now faces Trump-backed Matt Van Epps in the general election taking place in early December.

As a community organizer, Behn coordinated efforts to defend public education and oppose Gov. Lee’s school privatization schemes.

As a legislator, Behn has supported expanding the state’s Pre-K program to be available for all kids.

Aftyn Behn

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State House candidate has a record of standing for public education

Progressive activist Aftyn Behn recently announced her candidacy for the Tennessee House of Representatives in Nashville’s District 51. Behn is running in a special election to replace former Rep. Bill Beck.

As an organizer for Indivisible, Behn was active in efforts to protect public education, including organizing resistance to Gov. Lee’s plans to privatize by way of school vouchers.

Here’s more from Behn’s website on her position on education:

Behn’s statement on public education from her campaign website

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