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Democrats Target Local Victory in Behn vs. Van Epps Showdown

11/27/2025

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Democrats aim for a local victory as Behn challenges Van Epps to replace Mark Green, who resigned in July.
Van Epps is a former commissioner and Army helicopter pilot who supports Trump's America First agenda.
Behn, backed by the Knoxville Democratic Socialists of America, emphasizes anti-corporate policies to address affordability.
A Behn victory would signal an upward trend for Democrats at the state level.

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Democrats aim for a local victory as Behn challenges Van Epps to replace Mark Green, who resigned in July.
Van Epps is a former commissioner and Army helicopter pilot who supports Trump's America First agenda.
Behn, backed by the Knoxville Democratic Socialists of America, emphasizes anti-corporate policies to address affordability.
A Behn victory would signal an upward trend for Democrats at the state level.