Your 2026 Democratic Ticket
This November, Sevier County voters have the power to help move Tennessee forward. Meet the Democratic candidates fighting for working families, strong communities, and a government that works for all of us.
Register by
October 5, 2026
Vote early
October 14–29, 2026
Election Day
November 3, 2026
Meet the Candidates
They are ready to serve—and every one of us has a role in helping them win. Learn more, follow their campaigns, volunteer, and share their vision with your neighbors.
U.S. House · District 1
Kristi Burke
Kristi Burke is a Northeast Tennessee muralist, small-business owner, and grassroots organizer ready to bring our region’s voice to Washington. She is fighting for affordable healthcare, strong public schools, empowered workers, and the freedom for every person to build a good life.
United States Senate
Marquita Bradshaw
Marquita Bradshaw is a fourth-generation South Memphis resident who has spent her career standing up for working families and underserved communities. She is ready to bring people-powered leadership—and a fierce commitment to environmental health, workers’ rights, economic opportunity, and public accountability—to the U.S. Senate.
Governor of Tennessee
Jerri Green
Jerri Green is a lifelong Tennessean, lawyer, public servant, educator, and mother of three. She is running to put Tennessee families first—with fully funded public schools, accessible healthcare, greater economic opportunity, and the freedom to make our own decisions.
Your Vote Can Move Tennessee Forward
Every conversation, every volunteer shift, and every vote brings us closer to the Tennessee we know is possible. Start by making your plan: check your registration, find your polling place, and be ready to cast your ballot.
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