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As election nears, Tennessee Gov. Lee won’t debate Martin

FILE - Dr. Jason Martin listens to a question during an interview July 11, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has no plans to participate in a debate against Martin. The Republican told reporters earlier this week that he's focused on being governor. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)

FILE - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee delivers his State of the State address in the House Chamber of the Capitol building, Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Lee has no plans to participate in a debate against Democratic opponent Dr. Jason Martin. The Republican told reporters earlier this week that he's focused on being governor.(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)

As election nears, Tennessee Gov. Lee won’t debate Martin