Sherard Edington

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Sherard Edington

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Elections and appointments

Last election

August 3, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

Rhodes College, 1985

Graduate

Yale University, 1989

Personal

Birthplace

Mobile, Ala.

Religion

Presbyterian

Profession

Pastor

Contact

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Sherard Edington ran for election to the Nashville Metro Council to represent District 11 in Tennessee. He lost in the general election on August 3, 2023.

Edington completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Sherard Edington was born in Mobile, Alabama. He earned a bachelor's degree from Rhodes College in 1985 and a graduate degree from Yale University in 1989. His career experience includes working as a pastor.

Elections

2023

See also: City elections in Nashville, Tennessee (2023)

General runoff election

General runoff election for Nashville Metro Council District 11

Jeff Eslick defeated Eric Patton in the general runoff election for Nashville Metro Council District 11 on September 14, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jeff Eslick (Nonpartisan)	50.5	1,984
		Eric Patton (Nonpartisan)	49.3	1,934
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	7

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,925
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General election

General election for Nashville Metro Council District 11

Jeff Eslick and Eric Patton advanced to a runoff. They defeated Sherard Edington and Joe Delucas in the general election for Nashville Metro Council District 11 on August 3, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jeff Eslick (Nonpartisan)	38.2	1,143
✔		Eric Patton (Nonpartisan)	36.3	1,086
		Sherard Edington (Nonpartisan)	21.5	645
	Submit photo	Joe Delucas (Nonpartisan)	3.7	111
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	9

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,994
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Endorsements

Edington received the following endorsements.

• Nashville Fraternal Order of Police

Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Sherard Edington completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Edington's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am 27 year resident of Old Hickory. As a full-time Presbyterian pastor, I have served churches in Middle Tennessee for over 30 years. My wife and I have one daughter and two dogs. I am thankful for the opportunity to run for this office and serve the people of District 11.

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?

• Public Safety
• Education
• Encourage the development of small businesses

Community Question Featured local question

What plans do you have regarding the police department? Would you make any changes from current policy?

I am a 2023 graduate of the Community Police Academy and have learned first-hand what an outstanding department we have. The two biggest issues facing the department right now are hiring/retention and mandated shifts (working special events like concerts, football games, etc.) I would like to work with the MNPD to find creative ways to ease the burden of these mandated shifts such as hiring out-of-county LEOs and creating special units like the Entertainment District Unit.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Affordable housing and developing compassionate solutions to the issue of homelessness.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Integrity and accountability.

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