Joe Smith (Tennessee)
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Joe Smith (Republican Party) ran for election to the Tennessee House of Representatives to represent District 68. He lost in the Republican primary on August 1, 2024.
Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Joe Smith was born in Clarksville, Tennessee. Smith served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2002 to 2007. He earned an associate degree from American Intercontinental University in 2007. Smith's career experience includes working as a business owner.[1]
As of 2024, Smith was affiliated with the following organizations:[1]
- Kiwanis Club-Downtown Clarksville
- Clarksville Chamber of Commerce
- Clarksville Young Professionals
- Montgomery County GOP, Member
- Montgomery County Republican Women - Affiliate
- Red River Republican Women-Affiliate
Elections
2024
See also: Tennessee House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68
Aron Maberry defeated Garfield Scott in the general election for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Aron Maberry (R)  | 68.1 | 23,190 |
 | Garfield Scott (D) | 31.9 | 10,883 | |
| Total votes: 34,073 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68
Garfield Scott advanced from the Democratic primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68 on August 1, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Garfield Scott | 100.0 | 1,626 |
| Total votes: 1,626 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68
Aron Maberry defeated Joe Smith, Carol Duffin, and Greg Gilman in the Republican primary for Tennessee House of Representatives District 68 on August 1, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Aron Maberry | 43.3 | 2,568 |
 | Joe Smith | 37.3 | 2,210 | |
 | Carol Duffin | 12.3 | 727 | |
| Greg Gilman | 7.1 | 422 | |
| Total votes: 5,927 | |||
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Endorsements
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Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Smith in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Joe Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Smith's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Commissioner Joe Smith grew up on a tobacco farm right here in Sango, where the values of hard work and dedication were instilled in him from an early age. After graduating from Clarksville High School in 2002, Joe enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, deploying to combat as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was honorably discharged in 2007 and decided to move back to Clarksville to serve the community he loves so much. Upon returning home, Joe was immediately hired by Clarksville Fire and Rescue, where he served as a firefighter, an emergency medical responder, a hazardous materials technician, and as a fireboat coxswain. Even through his busy schedule as a first responder, Joe found time to work in his family’s growing business, and, in 2021, he took charge full-time as the owner and operator of Jodi’s Cabinet Sales here in Clarksville. Joe's commitment to serving the community was furthered in 2018 when he was elected to represent District 3 in the County Commission. Since then, he has been an outspoken conservative voice and one of the most efficient problem solvers on the Commission. He works diligently every day to represent his constituents and the entire county through effective legislation and policies. Joe is the son of Jeff Smith (Barbara Jo) and Jodi Vaughn (Darrell). He is married to the love of his life, Una Smith, who is a local realtor and the office manager for the family business. They have been married for 11 years and have 5 children.
- **Second Amendment Rights:** Defending the Right to Bear Arms: I will staunchly defend the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Tennesseans. Responsible gun ownership is a fundamental aspect of our culture, and I will resist any attempts to infringe upon these constitutional rights.
- **Infrastructure Investment:** Prioritizing Critical Projects: I will work to allocate resources to critical infrastructure projects that enhance public safety, alleviate traffic congestion, and support economic development. Strategic investments in roads, bridges, and public transportation will be a focus of my efforts. Rural Broadband Access: Bridging the digital divide is essential for the prosperity of all Tennesseans. I will advocate for targeted investments to expand broadband infrastructure in rural areas, ensuring that every community can participate in the digital economy.
- Education Excellence: Local Control: I believe in empowering local school districts and educators to make decisions that best serve their communities. By reducing bureaucratic intervention, we can enhance the quality of education and ensure that parents and teachers have a greater say in the educational process. School Choice: I support initiatives that provide parents with options for their children's education, including charter schools and educational savings accounts. School choice promotes competition, leading to improved educational outcomes for our students.
The Constitution, along with its Amendments, serves as the bedrock of our democracy, enshrining the principles of limited government, individual liberties, and the rule of law. It is a document that has withstood the test of time and continues to guide our nation toward prosperity and freedom.
9/11/2001 I was 17 years old. I had signed a contract with a Marine Corps Recruiter just a few days before this attack. I was waiting on my parents to sign the document. They signed on 9/13 after several discussions about why I wanted to serve and that the attack did not change my situation or feelings about wanting to serve. I served my country from July 2002 - July 2007 with one West-Pac Tour in 2004, one OIF tour in 2004, and one OIF tour in 2005. This historical event happened but it did not change the trajectory of the path I initially set out upon; it only changed the details of service while on that path. I am honored to have served my country during a time when we needed it the most. Now as we arrive at two decades since my time serving my country on foreign soil, I feel this calling to serve our great state as we face the trial and tribulations of today's affairs.
Transportation Sub-Committee
Local Government Committee
Agricultural and Natural Resources Committee
Finance Ways and Means Committee
Commerce Committee
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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