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Wendell Jackson
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Wendell Jackson is an independent candidate running for Governor of Tennessee in the 2026 election 1. He officially declared his candidacy for the general election, which is scheduled to take place on November 3, 2026 1. The primary election for this race will occur on August 6, 2026 2.
Jackson’s campaign operates as a nonpartisan effort advocating for the constitution, with the candidate stating that it is a "no money campaign" 3. His platform emphasizes enhanced employment services, housing stability, and healthcare access for all residents 3. Jackson aims to create jobs and support local businesses while improving the overall quality of life in Tennessee 3.
The filing deadline for candidates to submit petitions with at least 25 signatures from registered voters was March 10, 2026 5. Political parties had until noon on March 17 to determine the bona fide status of candidates 4. Jackson is listed among the candidates running in the general election for Governor of Tennessee 1.
Career
Wendell Jackson is running for Governor of Tennessee as an independent candidate in the 2026 election 1. His campaign platform centers on seeking employment opportunities for Tennesseans, with stated goals to enhance employment services, ensure housing stability, and provide healthcare for all residents 3. Jackson describes his campaign as nonpartisan and constitution-focused, operating without monetary contributions 3. He qualified for the ballot by submitting a petition with at least 25 signatures from registered voters by the March 10, 2026 deadline 5.
Office history
Wendell Jackson has held no prior elected or appointed public office 1. He is an independent candidate who declared his candidacy for Governor of Tennessee in the general election scheduled for November 3, 2026 1. The primary election for this race occurred on August 6, 2026, and the general election is set for November 3, 2026 2. Jackson qualified for the ballot by submitting a petition with at least 25 signatures from registered voters by the March 10, 2026 deadline 5.
Jackson self-describes his campaign as nonpartisan and constitution-advocating, stating that he aims to enhance employment services, housing stability, and healthcare for all while strengthening community quality of life 3. He has not held previous office terms or represented a specific legislative district in the past.
Sources
Public filings
Candidates and officeholders are required by law to file campaign finance reports and statements of economic interest. The sites below don't support direct links to an individual record — search by last name on each.
Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Jackson”, and submit.
US House, US Senate, and Presidential candidates file with the FEC — see the federal section below. - County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Jackson”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Jackson”and, if needed, select the applicable position.