Bob Freeman
Coverage of Bob Freeman in the Nexus archive.
- Mayor O’Connell Reports $200K+ Fundraising Period as Potential Challengers Weigh In
Mayor Freddie O’Connell reported raising $206,368 for his 2027 reelection campaign, leaving his campaign with $544,843 on hand. Potential challengers like Metro Councilmember Joy Styles, Lou Wilbanks, and others have not yet launched campaigns, with several prominent figures confirming they will not run. State Rep. Bob Freeman and others donated to O’Connell’s campaign, while Sam Davidson remains undecided about a mayoral bid.
- Tennessee lawmakers push ban on state property tax
Tennessee lawmakers are campaigning to pass a constitutional amendment banning a state property tax, which has not existed since 1946. The measure, labeled 'Yes on 2,' involves bipartisan groups and county leaders, including Rep. Bob Freeman, who denies being listed as a chairperson. The amendment requires a majority vote in the gubernatorial election to be added to the state Constitution.