Former House Majority Leader Kim McMillan holds a commanding lead in dollars raised among those who have picked up petitions, reporting $31,308.15 on hand.

Two Tennessee Democratic Women, Madeline Rogero and Kim McMillan, delivered remarks today at the National Convention of the National Federation of Democratic Women. McMillan spoke about the history of women in politics both locally and nationally. She also talked about her personal experiences as a candidate and former member of the Tennessee State Legislature, where she eventually became the first female House Majority Leader. McMillan shared a humorous story about being mistaken for an intern by a fellow legislator during her freshman term in the house. She said that the moment taught her to remain focused on the job she was elected to do, represent her constituents and serve on the committee for which she was appointed, rather than making a public scene of embarrassment for the chair of the committee. Ultimately, this decision led to a better working relationship with the chair and helped her to push forward her sponsored legislation! McMillan closed her speech by impressing upon the delegates the value of outworking her opponents. She stated that the support that she received from both women and men during her previous campaigns came not because she was woman but because she was the best candidate!