Meet John
John is a conservative outsider and lifelong Tennessean. He is raising his family on the Generational Rose family farm because Tennessee is his home.
In fact, John is the 8th generation to live and farm in the adjoining Temperance Hall and Lancaster communities in Dekalb and Smith Counties. He started working on the farm as a kid and was raised in nearby Cookeville. John graduated from Cookeville High School and continued his education at Tennessee Tech University, home of the Golden Eagles. He studied agriculture at Tech, an easy choice for him since farming has always been a passion of his.
Tennessee's oldest county still has plenty to say. Thank you to everyone who came out in Washington County! As Governor, I'll work to preserve the heritage and values that make places like this so special. #TNTrueTour
The hardworking people of Cheatham County know what makes Tennessee the greatest state in the nation. At another incredible #TNTrueTour stop, I was honored to spend time with folks who share the values of faith, family, and freedom, including so many veterans who deserve a Governor who will always stand up for their care and respect.
Thank you, Road Superintendent Dennis Ferguson, for hosting Chelsea at your 13th Annual Community Picnic in Roane County. As Governor, I'll always believe the best solutions come from listening to folks, especially on issues like roads that affect every Tennessean's daily life.
What's wrong with some people? A memorial to the unborn was unveiled at the State Capitol and this was the scene. No amount of angry posters or screaming will change the fact that abortion is murder. Imagine if the millions of lives that were ended in the womb had been born to contribute their talents to our world. One of them may have found the cure for Alzheimer's, brought peace to dangerous parts of the world, or found new ways to feed more people with less resources and land. Life is precious and worthy of our protection - yes, in the womb and beyond.
It was meaningful to be home in Smith County, where my family and I are proud to carry forward nine generations of Tennessee roots on our farm. Tennessee is a city on a hill, and that spirit of faith, work, and community is alive and well here. #TNTrueTour
