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DIANA CARTER
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Diana Carter is the Democratic nominee for Rutherford County Commission District 18 in the August 6, 2026 county general election, running against Republican Allen McAdoo and independent Eddie Sanders.2 Her campaign priorities include expanding infrastructure and emergency services to match the county's rapid growth, housing affordability for working families and young adults, community safety and preparedness, and food access.1 She has said, "Growth that does not work for the people already here is not progress. It only benefits a few and quality of life goes down for the rest of us."1
Background and education
Carter has lived in Rutherford County for nearly 20 years.1 She holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Middle Tennessee State University, with minors in German and political science.1
Career
Carter is a former firefighter and EMT and now works in podcast marketing for small businesses.1
Family
Carter is a single mother who raised her daughter in Rutherford County.1
Sources
Public filings
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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.
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Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “CARTER”and, if needed, select the applicable position.