Thanks to our 2026 Candidates!
The Loudon County Democratic Party was proud of the stellar slate of candidates who ran in the 2026 midterm elections.
Jerri Green
"Last night was not the result we wanted, but I am deeply proud of the movement we built together. Over the past year, we brought together a powerful coalition of veterans, educators, labor leaders, working families, and volunteers from every corner of our state who believe Tennessee can and must do better.
To my family, campaign team, volunteers, and every Tennessean who knocked on a door, made a call, or placed their faith in this campaign: thank you for your extraordinary sacrifices and dedication.
While this election has concluded, our work is far from over. The challenges facing our state—from defending public education and expanding rural healthcare to addressing the rising cost of living—remain urgent, and lives are on the line.
I am not going anywhere. This is my home, and I will never stop fighting for the hard-working families and overlooked communities of Tennessee. This election was just one battle for the future of our state. Tomorrow, we get back to work—organizing, holding power accountable, and demanding a Tennessee that works for everyone."
Michaela Barnett
So many people came up to me on Tuesday night before the results started coming in and said: “No matter what, I hope you know that this is the BEGINNING.”
And it is. This year, we BUILT a movement, and I am so proud, grateful, and full of hope. I'm also incredibly energized for the future. My team took Wednesday off, then this morning we all got together because we couldn’t wait to plan for the future.
We’re already talking about 2027, 2028, and beyond - and how we’re going to register voters, mobilize, educate, engage, and continue growing and nourishing what we’ve built. (and hold onto your signs and merch. You’ll need them again soon )
To hear what comes next and how YOU’LL be part of it, sign up for our virtual debrief + next steps Sunday, November 22nd from 4-5:30. Link to register: https://link.mb4tn.com/phtw2027
This movement is only getting bigger and brighter, y’all. Y'all ready to keep putting HOPE TO WORK!?
Marquita Bradshaw
Thank you for being part of this people-powered campaign. This campaign was never about me. It was about giving my fellow Tennesseans access to more choices, fresh ideas, and hope for a better, brighter future.
Together we welcomed new voices into the political process and helped build a foundation for future Democratic campaigns. There’s plenty in our work across Tennessee to celebrate.
And yes, while there’s still more work ahead, together we’ve already started making a difference in the Volunteer State.
What Democrats up and down the ballot achieved gives me great hope for our state’s future.
David Miller
When my Ukrainian friend congratulated me on my victory, I thought he may have misunderstood the election results. “I didn’t win,” I told the young man. He replied, “you won your country back.” He’s right. Telling this story almost brings tears to my eyes.
I would like to congratulate Jimmy Matlock on his victory in TN State Senate district 5. I hope that he, and every elected official, will hear the message that the voters have sent and work toward practical solutions for affordability for regular working people.
Thank you to everyone who contributed, volunteered, and voted. I will proudly continue to serve on the Anderson County school board as a strong voice for students, teachers, and public education.
Ali Simpson
What a week in national and Tennessee politics! After the blue wave excitement wears off, a lot of you might be wondering, “what do we do now?” We’re still facing a Marsha Blackburn governorship and a Republican supermajority. We will be facing an energized and angry right wing base in 2028. We can’t let off the gas. Here are a couple of ways you can get involved locally:
Roane County Democratic Party meetings are 2nd Thursdays of the month, potluck 6:15, meeting 7pm-8pm at the Greenwood School in Kingston, TN.
Morgan County Tennessee Democratic Party, Loudon County Democratic Party and Anderson Dems are all very active as well!
The Southern Resistance Coalition is an amazing organization that has hosted one of the longest running protests in the country. Join them every Saturday, 12pm-2pm in front of the Oak Ridge Public Library. They organize and attend county commission meetings. They also do charitable work and are collecting donations for the Family Resource Center.
The Roane County NAACP meets first Mondays of the month at 6pm at the Greenwood school. Don’t like Flock mass surveillance and want to speak out in the issue? Join GTFOH Loudon County
The first step to making a difference is connecting with like minded folks and working together