10/19/2026
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 CANDIDATES!
As we reflect on the candidate forums hosted throughout this 2026 election cycle, the Maury County NAACP would like to extend our sincere appreciation to EVERY candidate who accepted an invitation, showed up, sat at the table, answered questions, and shared their vision with the communities they hope to serve.
From our School Board and County Commission forum to our most recent Columbia City Mayoral and Vice Mayoral Forum…each served an important purpose: giving the people an opportunity to hear directly from those seeking to represent them.
We recognize that running for public office is not easy. It requires time, sacrifice, preparation, courage, and a willingness to put yourself before the public.
Regardless of the outcome, we sincerely hope this is not the end of your political aspirations or your participation in the civic process.
The passion that led you to step forward and seek public office should not end when the ballots are counted. Whether your name is called as the winner or not, your community still needs your voice, your ideas, your energy, and your willingness to serve.
We encourage you to continue building relationships, connecting with community organizations, supporting meaningful initiatives, and finding opportunities to turn your vision into action.
Our communities do not become stronger because of titles alone. They become stronger when people remain committed to doing the work!
We also extend our appreciation to the moderator Christa S Martin, hosting venue Carmack Blvd. Church of Christ, community partners, volunteers, and residents who helped make these opportunities for civic engagement possible.
To everyone who came to a forum, submitted a question, or took the time to listen — THANK YOU!
Now, let’s carry those conversations to the ballot box!
Early voting ends October 29th
Election Day is November 3rd!