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Christina Oppenhuizen
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Oppenhuizen campaigned as a grassroots candidate emphasizing accountability for public officials, protection of constitutional rights, stronger consequences for those convicted of crimes, and directing tax dollars toward the local economy 12.
Background and education
Oppenhuizen was raised in Memphis, Tennessee 2.
Career
Oppenhuizen is a small business owner based in Memphis 12.
Office history
Christina Oppenhuizen ran as a Republican candidate in the August 1, 2024 primary election for Tennessee House of Representatives District 97, challenging two-term incumbent John Gillespie 12. District 97 covers portions of East Memphis including Chickasaw Gardens, White Station, and an area adjacent to Shelby Farms 1. Gillespie defeated Oppenhuizen in the primary 3.
Family
Oppenhuizen is a single mother 2.
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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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.
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last nameand, if needed, select the applicable position.