November 2008 Election
Get Out the REALTOR® Vote
The November 4th election represents a turning point in American history. The outcome of this 18-month whirlwind event will set the course of our Nation for years to come. Regardless of political affiliation, voter turnout is critical. By exercising your right to vote, the voice of the REALTOR® Party will be heard loud and clear.
Early voting began Wednesday, October 15 and runs through Thursday, October 30. Voters in Williamson County can refer to the links below to view a Sample Ballot or obtain information regarding Early Voting hours and locations.
Sample Ballot
Early Voting Locations and Hours
To view sample ballots for counties in the Nashville metro area, please click on the County Name below, or contact your local Election Administrator.
Cheatham County - contact Sandy Cherry via email or phone (615-792-5770)
Davidson County - contact Ray Barrett via email or phone (615-862-8800)
Dickson County - contact Luanne Greer via email or phone (615-789-6021)
Maury County - contact Todd Baxter via email or phone (931-375-6001)
Montgomery County - contact Vickie Koelman via email or phone (931-648-5707)
Robertson County - contact Cathy Hamsley via email or phone (615-384-5592)
Rutherford County - contact Hooper Penuel via email or phone (615-898-7743)
Sumner County - contact Darlean McDougal via email or phone (615-452-1456)
Williamson County - contact Ann Beard via email or phone (615-790-5711)
Wilson County - contact Lynn Harris via email or phone (615-444-0216)
Candidates
To provide insight into their views and positions, WCAR offered all state and local candidates in Williamson County the opportunity to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire focused on qualifications for office, growth policy, taxes, economic development, environmental protection, etc. Submitted responses can be viewed below by clicking on a candidate's name.
State Races
TN House of Representatives - District 78
David Davidson (D) - Website
Phillip Johnson (R) - Website
Click on Debate to view a forum featuring both candidates. This event was hosted by the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Clarksville on June 15, 2008.
TN House of Representatives - District 61 (unopposed)
Charles Sargent (R) - Website
TN House of Representatives - District 63 (unopposed)
Glen Casada (R) – Website
Local Elections
Nolensville Alderman (vote for two)
Jimmy Alexander
Larry Felts
Jason Lukawitz - Website
Brian Snyder - Website
In addition to chosing two Alderman, Nolensville voters will decide via referendum whether to allow the sale of liquor by the drink with Town limits. A simple majority on either side will prevail.
Fairview Commissioner (vote for three)
Allen Bissell - Website
Wayne Hall
Stuart Johnson
Darrell Mangrum
Loyd Sharpe
Toney Sutton
Thompson’s Station Alderman (unopposed)
Corey Napier
In addition to state and local elections, Tennessee voters will also cast ballots for the nation's next President, a U.S. Senator, and all nine Congressional seats. The list of candidates and links to their websites can be found below.
President
John McCain (R) - Website
Barack Obama (D) - Website
U.S. Senate
Lamar Alexander (R) - Website
Bob Tuke (D) - Website
Congressional Races
District 7
Marsha Blackburn (R) - Website
Randy Morris (D) - Website
District 4
Lincoln Davis (D) - Website
Monty Lankford (R) - Website
District 6
Chris Baker (I)
Bart Gordon (D)
District 5
Jim Cooper (D) - Website
Gerard Donovan (R) - Website
This information is provided for informational purposes only. If you have questions regarding your voter registration, where to vote, or which elected officials represent your district, please contact David Pair, Director of Government Affairs, at david@williamsoncountyrealtors.org or (615) 771-6845.