Quentin Jackson

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Quentin Jackson

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Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2019

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

2002 - 2014

Personal

Birthplace

Edenton, N.C.

Religion

Christian: Baptist

Quentin Jackson ran for election for Mayor of Hertford in North Carolina. Jackson lost in the general election on November 5, 2019.

Jackson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2019

See also: Mayoral election in Hertford, North Carolina (2019)

General election

General election for Mayor of Hertford

Earnell Brown defeated Quentin Jackson in the general election for Mayor of Hertford on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Earnell Brown (Nonpartisan)	60.2	453
	Submit photo	Quentin Jackson (Nonpartisan)	39.8	299

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 752
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Campaign themes

2019

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Born and raised in a small town, in rural North Carolina, Middle of three children. 32 years old becoming the youngest ever elected in the town wasn't an easy task. Currently employed as Director of Operations of Hortons Funeral home and cremations, also The reigonal director on the national black caucus of local elected officials, 2nd vice president of NC Black elected municipal officials, member of NLC crime and public saftey committee, YEO network. Very outspoken and a true freedom fighter.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Infrastructure
• Equal Rights
• Public safety

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Inclusion, and Diversity

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Muhammad ALI, He spoke the truth wasn't afraid and overcame a lot of obstacles

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

ALI of course

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Trust and honesty

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

YOUTH AND LEADERSHIP

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Do whats in the best interest of the city

What legacy would you like to leave?

IF I CAN DO YOU CAN TOOO

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Mcdonalds, 2years

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

SUPERMAN

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

AINT NO STOPPING US NOW

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

KEEPING QUIET

A mayor is a leader in his or her city. What does that mean to you?

He leads by example,

Mayors have many responsibilities, which vary from city to city. Which of those do you personally consider the most important in your city?

In our city has the right to vote

If the mayor in your city is a member of the city council and there's a city manager appointed to handle the day-to-day administration of the city government, what do you believe should be the mayor's top priority in office?

Public projects and community organizations

If the mayor in your city is not a member of the city council and oversees the day-to-day administration of the city government, what do you believe is the ideal relationship between the mayor and city council?

should be strong and transparent

What do you love most about your city?

THE CITIZENS

What do you perceive to be your city's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Inclusion

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the state government?

they should have a open dialogue at all times

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government?

I think it should be the same as state government

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