UT Martin Democrats

The ballot box for Weakley County’s sixth voting district, home to all of the University of Tennessee at Martin’s residents and surrounding community, once again went solidly for the Democrats. Is this sounding familiar?

US Senate

Trinity Presbyterian Church (Martin, TN)

Harold Ford Jr. (D) - 354
Bob Corker (R) - 320

Source: Weakley County Election Commission

US House District 8

Trinity Presbyterian Church (Martin, TN)

John Tanner (D) - 479
John Farmer (R) - 185

Source: Weakley County Election Commission

Tennessee Governor

Trinity Presbyterian Church (Martin, TN)

Phil Bredesen (D) - 519
Jim Bryson (R) - 150

Source: Weakley County Election Commission

Tennessee House District 76

Trinity Presbyterian Church (Martin, TN)

Mark Maddox (D) - 415
David Hawks (R) - 244

Source: Weakley County Election Commission

We would also like to congratulate UT Martin alumnus and Democratic Senator-elect Lowe Finney in Tennessee Senate District 27 for his victory over Republican Don McLeary. Today, we celebrate. Tomorrow, we plan. In January, Democrats accross the nation will begin a New Direction for America, working to bring affordable healthcare, real national security, honest and open government, jobs and economic prosperity back to the American people.

Get Involved Today

If you missed the opportunity to participate in early voting across Tennessee, be sure to head to the polls this Tuesday. Here are what a few Tennessee newspapers are saying about Harold Ford, Jr. for Senate:

The Commercial Appeal - Harold Ford Jr. for Senate

Voters who prefer a change in direction, who believe that America can do better, should cast their ballots Nov. 7 for the five-term Democratic congressman from Memphis. For this reason and others, The Commercial Appeal strongly recommends REP. HAROLD FORD JR. for the U.S. Senate.

Bristol Herald Courier - Harold Ford Jr. for Senate

[The] Bristol Herald Courier’s editorial board recommends Ford for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist. We’re simply convinced Ford has a clearer vision for America. Corker knows the right things to say, but many of his policy positions are troublingly vague – part of a recent trend by candidates to avoid answering questions that seek to pin them down on the important issues. And, of late, he and the Republican Party have devoted far too much energy to slinging mud at Ford rather than discussing ideas.

The Tennessean - Harold Ford Jr. for Senate

Ford, the Democratic nominee, has served 10 years in the House, representing the 9th District of Memphis. But he is ready to represent the entire state, and it could not be at a more pivotal time. Ford offers the potential of bringing new energy and leadership to the Senate, but he also represents the sort of change the nation needs in terms of which party will hold the majority there. Tennessee has emerged as a key state in the national picture. By electing Ford, Tennesseans have an opportunity to help set the country on a positive new course.

Chattanooga Times Free Press - Harold Ford Jr. for Senate

There are many good reasons to support Representative Harold Ford’s election to the U.S. Senate. His deep congressional experience and thoughtful positions on a range of vital issues — the Iraq war, pay-as-you-go government and a balanced budget, affordable health care and energy independence, for example — confirm his qualifications. His conviction, keen intellect and leadership qualities also suggest his capacity to become a notable, persuasive Senate leader who would capably represent the interests of Tennesseans, and all Americans.