Tim Cyr

Current office and 2026 campaign

Tim Cyr is a Democratic Party candidate running for Governor of Tennessee in the 2026 election ¹. He officially announced his candidacy for the office, positioning himself as a "regular guy" and an old-school Tennessee Democrat who has shaken up the race with a promise to serve only one term if elected ⁴.

Cyr’s campaign highlights his background as a U.S. Army veteran, National Guardsman, and small-scale farmer from Gallatin ⁴. He self-describes himself as having a degree in plant and soil science and working as a small-engine repairman, characterizing himself as a "fixer" who believes in common-sense solutions ³. Additionally, he identifies as a hunter, conservationist, and stroke survivor, stating that his faith guides his approach to public service ³.

As of the current date, Cyr is on the ballot for the Democratic primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 ¹. The general election for Governor of Tennessee is set to occur on November 3, 2026 ¹. His campaign has established a fundraising presence through ActBlue to support his bid for the governorship ⁵. Despite his candidacy, he does not currently hold any endorsements from Democratic or progressive organizations ².

Background and education

Tim Cyr is a small-scale farmer from Gallatin who identifies as an old-school Tennessee Democrat ⁴. He self-describes his faith as Christian and states that he begins every morning in the Word with his wife ³.

Cyr holds a degree in plant and soil science ³. He is a U.S. Army veteran and National Guardsman ³.

Career

Tim Cyr is a U.S. Army veteran and National Guardsman who self-describes as a small farmer with a degree in plant and soil science ³. He operates a small-scale farming business in Gallatin, Tennessee, and works as a small-engine repairman ³⁴. Cyr also identifies himself as a hunter and conservationist ³.

Office history

Tim Cyr has not previously held elected or appointed office ¹. He is a U.S. Army veteran and National Guardsman who self-describes as a small farmer with a degree in plant and soil science ³. In 2026, Cyr announced his candidacy for Governor of Tennessee as a Democrat ⁴. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 ¹. The general election for Governor of Tennessee is scheduled for November 3, 2026 ¹. As of May 2026, Cyr has not received endorsements from Democratic or progressive organizations ².

Business interests and wealth source

Tim Cyr identifies himself as a small farmer and small-engine repairman who manages his own land ³. He holds a degree in plant and soil science and describes his professional background as that of a "fixer" ³. Specific details regarding the size of his farming operation, any ownership stakes in other commercial enterprises, or the specific sources of personal wealth are not detailed in available public records.

Financial disclosure information for Tim Cyr is not included in the provided source material. Consequently, there is no data available regarding significant sales of businesses, family wealth sources, or detailed asset holdings ¹. Campaign finance activity indicates that contributions to his governor’s race are accepted through standard channels, with donors affirming that funds are provided from their own resources rather than being supplied by other entities for the purpose of contribution ⁵.

Family

Tim Cyr is married and states that he starts every morning reading scripture with his wife ³. He identifies himself as a "regular guy" and an old-school Tennessee Democrat guided by his Christian faith ⁴. The available sources do not provide specific details regarding the names or public roles of any children or other family members.

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