Mark White is highly suitable for the job of State Representative District 83. His educational background includes a B.S. in Education and a Masters in Conflict Management. He has extensive experience in leadership roles, including as Director of the College of Leadership and Public Service at Lipscomb University. His legislative experience is extensive, having served on multiple education-related committees and as a House member of the 106th through 113th General Assemblies. His community involvement and numerous awards demonstrate his commitment to public service and recognition of his efforts.

Noah Nordstrom, a former traveling field organizer for the Tennessee Democratic Party and high school Spanish teacher, is a candidate for State Representative District 83. He has experience in political campaigning, having managed a State Senate candidate's campaign while in college. Nordstrom, who studied International Affairs and Applied Spanish at East Tennessee State University, has shown resilience by resuming his university studies with the help of a Pell Grant after facing financial difficulties. His role as a State Representative would involve representing his district in the Tennessee House of Representatives, participating in legislative sessions, and voting on state laws and policies.