Robert Jones

Background

Jones’s campaign describes him as a small-business owner and nonprofit executive director in Jonesborough, Tennessee. It lists an MBA from East Tennessee State University, a master’s degree in military history from Austin Peay State University, and a doctorate in classics from the University of Newcastle; no prior elected office or length of residence was established in the eligible sources reviewed.

Sources: Robert Jones for Tennessee

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Public accountability

  He says he will seek an Accountability Act that would give public servants a secure system to learn constituents’ views on key issues.

  Robert Jones for Tennessee — Issues

• Campaign finance

  He says he will not accept campaign donations.

  Robert Jones for Tennessee — Issues

• Housing

  He says quality housing can be made more achievable through technology, recycled materials, and investment.

  Robert Jones for Tennessee — Issues