James Turner A Tennessee Education Hero
James Turner is committed to ensuring every student in Tennessee has access to great public education and opportunities for a bright future. James Turner will be a leader in helping Tennessee build on our historic gains in education by supporting school choice, ensuring accountability in our schools, supporting innovation in education, and securing economic freedom for all.
James Turner will:
- Put the Future of Tennessee Kids First
- Promote Vocational Education for Technical Careers and Skilled Jobs
- Hold Schools and Teachers Accountable for Student Success
About James Turner
The son of the first African-American Chaplain for the Davidson County Sheriffs’ Department and a retired Metro Nashville Public School Secretary, James Turner II has a heart for reaching and serving our community through faith, criminal justice reform, and education. As a pastor and a volunteer helping troubled youth in our community, Turner is the voice we need to uplift all Tennesseans and put people first. He knows that we need to work together to build a new promise for the future of our state.