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.
I was honored to join Gov. Bill Lee’s America 250 Tour in Van Buren County. Alongside some of our agriculture industry’s finest advocates and proud Tennesseans, we celebrated the history, heritage, and values that make America exceptional. Generations have shed blood to defend this nation, and we remain committed to preserving the traditional values it was founded on—especially in Tennessee.
Tennessee turns 230 this year—a chance to reflect on our rich history and celebrate everything that makes Tennessee, Tennessee. From the mountains of East Tennessee to the fields of West Tennessee, our heritage, music, and values continue to make us proud to call the Volunteer State home.
Chelsea and I are grateful for the support we have in Rutherford County. Back in her hometown, we had great conversations with folks who want to preserve what makes Tennessee unique, keep power close to the people, and ensure out-of-state growth won't dictate the future of our communities.
