Memphis, TN (TN Tribune) — The JB Smiley, Jr. for Governor campaign is proud to announce the endorsement of over 20 current and former elected officials from across Tennessee. They join Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09), who endorsed JB last week.
“It is humbling that these distinguished public servants are supporting this campaign,” declared Smiley. “But the hard work of bringing new leadership to Nashville, leadership that all Tennesseeans can believe in, is only just beginning, and I am thankful to have these individuals, all with an extensive legacy of helping their communities, be a part of this work.”
The Tennessee leaders below have recently announced their support for JB Smiley, Jr’s Gubernatorial campaign:
Commissioner Eddie Jones; Shelby County Commission
Commissioner Reginald Milton; Shelby County Commission
Vice Chair Althea Greene; Shelby County Board of Education
Register Shelandra Ford; Shelby County Register of Deeds
Assessor Melvin Burgess; Shelby County Assessor of Property
Commissioner Sheila Barlow, Tipton County Commission
Honorable Julian Bolton, Esq; Former Shelby County Commissioner
Honorable Sidney Chism; Former Shelby County Commissioner
Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod; Chattanooga City Council
Alderman John Edwards; Covington City Council
Councilman Ernest Brooks, Jackson City Council
Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas; Memphis City Council
Councilman Ed Ford, Sr; Memphis City Council
Councilman Martavius Jones; Memphis City Council
Councilwoman Rhonda Logan; Memphis City Council
Councilwoman Patrice Robinson, Memphis City Council
Councilman Dr. Jeffrey Warren; Memphis City Council
Alderwoman Deborah Reed, Munford Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Honorable Willie Herenton; Former Mayor of Memphis
Honorable Harold Collins; Former Memphis City Councilor
Honorable Janet Hooks; Former Memphis City Councilor
Honorable Carl Johnson, Sr; Former President, City of Memphis Schools Board
Honorable Sara Lewis; Former President, City of Memphis Schools Board
In a little over a month, leaders from across Tennessee have recognized the change that the JB Smiley, Jr. for Governor campaign is working to bring to Nashville, and the need for new leadership to better support all Tennessee families. That is why they have endorsed his campaign and are standing with JB Smiley, Jr. as he works to bring Tennesseeans from every community together to fight for a better Volunteer State.
“JB has been an excellent leader in Memphis; a leader who really listens to all of the people in his community and works tirelessly to find solutions to their problems,” said Munford City Alderwoman Deborah Reed. “That is the type of leadership that all of Tennessee needs and it’s why I am endorsing JB Smiley, Jr. to be the next Governor of Tennessee!”
A native Memphian, JB Smiley Jr. is an attorney and a member of the Memphis City Council. As a council member, JB is Chair of the Public Works, Transportation, and General Services Committee and the council liaison for the Urban Art Commission. On the City Council, JB has delivered for his community, implementing the Memphis Academy of Civic Engagement, the Memphis Police Department Transparency Portal, and amending the Eviction Set Out Ordinance.
