About this Event
At a time when division often drowns out progress, leadership matters more than ever.
That’s why we’re gathering to support State Representative Antonio Parkinson, a proven leader along with Dr. Telisa Franklin, candidate for House District 96.
Representative Parkinson has built his reputatin on bold, principled action — standing up for what’s right and reaching across the aisle to get results. In a Republican supermajority, he remains one of the few voices who can bridge divides, foster respect, and move good policy forward for the people of Tennessee.
District 96 Candidate Telisa Franklin has built a reputation for leadership in the Memphis community that is being compared to the likes of that of State Rep. Antonio Parkinson. She is sensible, logical, accessible, and willing to work across the isle to bring meaningful solutions to the citizens and businesses of Tennessee.
We invite you to join us for a special Joint Fundraising Reception and meet and greet honoring Representative Antonio Parkinson and Candidate for Tennessee State House Telisa Franklin.
We ask you to become part of a movement that will keep integrity, boldness, and courage alive in Tennessee politics.
Your presence and support is greatly appreciated.
📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles | 2521 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
🍴 Free Food • Cash Bar • Business Casual
Suggested Contributions:
Host Committee: $2,000 ($1,000 per candidate)
Businesses: $2,000 ($1000 per candidate)
PACs: $2,000 ($1,000 per candidate)
Individuals: $100
(All contributions are welcome and deeply appreciated.)
Every contribution strengthens the voice of strong, decisive leadership in our state — leadership that delivers results, not rhetoric.
If you believe that Leadership Matters, then join us and stand with Antonio Parkinson and let’s support candidate Telisa Franklin as they build on their records of service to the people of Tennessee.
This is not the time to sit back. It’s the time to act.
To keep a principled and people-centered voice in the Tennessee State House, we must raise $75,000 by June 30, 2026.
[Contribute Online via ActBlue link]:
Donate to State Rep. Antonio Parkinson:
Donate to Candidate Telisa Franklin:
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles, 2521 Gallatin Avenue, Nashville, United States
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