Joe Smith (Tennessee)
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)  | 68.0 | 23,249 |
 | Garfield Scott (D) | 32.0 | 10,950 | |
| Total votes: 34,199 | |||
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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
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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- **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.
Local Government Committee
Agricultural and Natural Resources Committee
Finance Ways and Means Committee
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
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