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Derek Hawn (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Derek Hawn was born in Harriman, Tennessee. He earned his paramedic certification and licensure from Roane State Community College in 2006. His career experience includes working as a paramedic and as a dual credit instructor for Roane State Community College in the high schools. Hawn has been affiliated with the Tennessee Cattleman's Association and Oakdale Volunteer Fire Department.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Tennessee District 3
Incumbent Charles J. Fleischmann and Derek Hawn are running in the general election for U.S. House Tennessee District 3 on November 3, 2026.
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2024
See also: Tennessee House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41
Incumbent Ed Butler defeated Derek Hawn in the general election for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Ed Butler (R) | 83.0 | 24,522 |
| Derek Hawn (D) | 17.0 | 5,038 | |
| Total votes: 29,560 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41
Derek Hawn advanced from the Democratic primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41 on August 1, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Derek Hawn | 100.0 | 1,017 |
| Total votes: 1,017 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41
Incumbent Ed Butler advanced from the Republican primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 41 on August 1, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Ed Butler | 100.0 | 5,368 |
| Total votes: 5,368 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
Derek Hawn completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hawn's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I'm Derek Hawn, and I'm running for State Representative in district 41 because I believe in the power of positive change. I've spent 18 years as a paramedic, an ems educator, and a volunteer firefighter, and I've seen the challenges and opportunities facing our community firsthand. I'm not a career politician; I'm just a regular person who understands the issues that matter most to our neighbors. I'm committed to improving education, healthcare, and economic development and working tirelessly to make a difference for all of us. Together, we can bring about the changes we need to thrive.
- Transparency and Accountability: You deserve a representative who listens, communicates openly, and is accountable for their actions. I will be accessible, transparent, and committed to representing your interests.
- Healthcare Access: Every resident deserves access to quality healthcare. I will work to expand healthcare access and affordability, ensuring that no one has to choose between their health and their financial stability.
- Economic Growth: I am dedicated to fostering economic growth that benefits everyone. I will advocate for policies that support small businesses, create jobs, and ensure fair wages.
As a paramedic, I see firsthand the issues in our healthcare system. I am passionate about creating healthcare policies that focus on affordability and accessibility that will allow better outcomes for everyone. I have also been an educator in high schools working as a dual credit instructor. I have heard and seen so many issues within our education system. I am dedicated to ensuring a safe learning environment that cultivates the growth and success of our future generations.
Accountability: We must be accountable for our actions and decisions. And, we should be responsive to the needs and concerns of our constituents and be willing to explain and justify our choices.
Representation: We should represent the interests and values of our constituents effectively by advocating for policies and legislation that benefit our constituents, and working to address their concerns.
Responsiveness: We should listen to our constituents and be responsive to their feedback and concerns. We should be accessible and open to communication.
Transparency and Open Government: We should promote transparency in government operations and the decision-making processes to ensure that everyone has access to the information about governmental activities.
The first historical event that I can remember is not a national event, it was a local event. I was 8 years old. I actually remember it being fun for me and my friends, but bad for our parents. It was the blizzard of 1993. I remember playing in the snow and building tunnels through it. I have never seen a snow like that since.
My very first job was at Kmart in Oak Ridge. I worked there during my high school years.
Like most people, I have struggled with living pay check to pay check. Worrying about if something drastic happens and how I would be able to afford it. This is why am running for office. I want to be your voice and work with you and for you on alleviating some of our struggles.
Affordability of everyday life. We have to face our issues within our healthcare system. Our educational system is going to be on the forefront.
Absolutely not. I believe we have too many career politicians who are holding us back from creating the systems and laws to improve the lives of all Tennesseans.
Yes, It is very important to build those relationships. I believe it is important to build relationships with both democrat and republican legislators so we can all work together for the betterment of Tennessee.
Possibly, we will see how this goes first.
The degree to which compromise is necessary or desirable can vary depending on the specific context and the nature of the policy issue at hand. While compromise is often a positive aspect, striking the right balance between compromise and maintaining our core principles is a complex and ongoing challenge. I believe that it allows for the resolution of conflicts and disagreements and helps achieve practical and sustainable solutions to our issues.
As you will see throughout my campaign and my website, I support the working class citizen. We have to take measures to stop causing further strain on our working class. One way to do that is to create a tax relief policy that taxes large corporations and removes the sales taxes that hurts working class citizens.
Healthcare, Education, Agriculture.
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 2, 2023
