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Tennessee Governor Candidate Says Governor Bill Lee Is The “Epitome Of Failed Leadership”
Democratic primary candidates for governor, JB Smiley Jr. and Dr. Jason Martin, took the stage at UTC on Thursday night with Mr. Smiley saying Governor Bill Lee “is the epitome
Tennessee Democratic gubernatorial candidates defend public education system in debate
Tennessee’s Democratic gubernatorial candidates denounced recent education bills in a debate Tuesday in Nashville. “We will stand against sending public money to private schools,” said Memphis City Councilmember JB Smiley, Jr. “That is not
Dem gubernatorial candidates make their cases in Nashville
All three democrats vying to take on Gov. Bill Lee in November laid out their priorities during a debate in Nashville on Tuesday, hosted by the Tennessee Democratic Party. Addressing
Tennessee Voices, Episode 286: Memphis Councilman JB Smiley, Democratic candidate for governor
A college basketball athlete and attorney, JB Smiley today is also an elected member of the Memphis City Council and he seeks the highest office in the state. Smiley is
Debate for Tennessee Governoner Held at UT Martin
Thursday night’s gubernatorial debate at University of Tennessee at Martin, which saw the attendance of three candidates for the Democratic nomination for governor and four candidates for the Congressional District
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris Endorses Smiley for Governor
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris announced his endorsement of gubernatorial candidate J.B. Smiley Wednesday, a day before the first of three debates sponsored by the Tennessee Democratic Party. “Councilman Smiley
Anderson County Democratic Party hosts Meet & Greet for candidates
The Anderson County Democratic Party will hold a Meet & Greet for Democratic candidates from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 21. The meeting will take place at Green McAdoo
Tennessee Democratic gubernatorial candidates criticize school vouchers at Nashville forum
Tennessee’s Democratic gubernatorial candidates criticized the state for a lack of education funding and vowed to fight the push for school vouchers during a forum Thursday. Memphis community activist Carnita
Tennesseans on the move: People to watch in 2022
Memphis City Councilmember JB Smiley wasn’t the first Democrat to announce a campaign for governor in 2022 — that was Middle Tennessee physician Jason Martin — and he’s not likely
Young Dolph: Public Memorial, Memphis Street Naming Planned To Tribute The Late Rapper
Young Dolph fans will reportedly get the opportunity to pay tribute to the late rapper during a public memorial scheduled for later this month. WATN reports that the ceremony will
Memphis street to be named in honor of slain rapper Young Dolph
A city councilman is moving to name a Memphis street in honor of the life and contributions of slain rapper Young Dolph, whose real name was Adolph Robert Thornton Jr.
Young Dolph Honored in Memphis; Street Named After Him
Young Dolph will be forever remembered in the Memphis neighborhood where he grew up … because the city is naming a street after him. The City of Memphis just announced
Gubernatorial candidate Smiley Jr. stumps in Morristown
JB Smiley Jr went from running on the courts playing collegiate and semi-professional basketball to now running to be the Democratic nominee Tennessee’s governor. After his basketball career, Smiley decided
Councilman JB Smiley Jr and local pastors gather together with community to pray for a stop to the gun violence
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Memphis Councilman Smiley Seeks Governor Seat
Memphis councilman JB Smiley, Jr. is well-known to voters in his community, but his goal is to extend that energy to the rest of Tennessee. Tennesseans are concerned about the
Confident, committed JB Smiley Jr. shakes off naysayers in governor’s bid
When Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley Jr. sees a problem, he’s often prompted to solve it. It’s the reason the Memphis native said he’s now running for governor of Tennessee,
Memphis City Council passes one law protecting Memphians from oil pipeline pollution.
Memphis City Council Ordinance 5795 passed on final reading by a unanimous 13-0 vote, and will create a water wellhead protection overlay in the City code. The overlay will outline
Community leaders react to mass shooting at Collierville Kroger
Councilman JB Smiley, Jr.’s statement on the mass shooting: “Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. –Matthew 5:4 I mourn for the families impacted by today’s mass
Memphis councilman Smiley running for Tennessee governor
Memphis City Council member JB Smiley Jr. said Wednesday that he is running for Tennessee governor. Smiley, a Democrat, made the announcement in a video on social media. He also held an event at the Orpheum theater in Memphis.
Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley Jr. enters Democratic race for Tennessee governor
Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley Jr. officially threw his hat into the ring for the Democratic nomination for governor Wednesday, marking his 34th birthday with balloons and the start of his push for Tennessee’s highest office.
Going for It: Memphis Councilman JB Smiley Looks at Run for Governor
Surely it was but a coincidence, not an omen, but on Monday evening, at which time Memphis Councilman JB Smiley Jr.’s gubernatorial ambitions were becoming public, a double rainbow appeared in the western sky.
Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. considering run for Tennessee governor
Smiley, 33, filed campaign finance paperwork last week with the state of Tennessee. The paperwork allows a potential Smiley campaign to raise cash for a potential bid for governor.
Watch: A conversation with Memphis City Councilmembers JB Smiley, Jr. and Michalyn Easter-Thomas
Two newly minted Memphis City Council members, Michalyn Easter-Thomas and JB Smiley, Jr., see Memphis, and the U.S., as occupying a moment in history that might not come again. They believe the dialogue and
Smiley Graduates from Leadership Memphis
On February 02, 2019 Mr. JB Smiley, Jr. began his journey with Leadership Memphis. Notably, the illustrious organization is the premier community leadership organization in the city. Founded in 1979,
Smiley Selected For TBA Public Service Academy
In 2018, the Tennessee Bar Association (TBA) launched the inaugural Public Service Academy (PSA). The PSA was created to address the decreasing number of lawyers in legislative positions. Mr. Smiley
First 80 Days: Eight Bright Moments On The Trail
We’re only 80 days into our journey to win big for District 8, but we’ve already accomplished so much. From community service activities to FUNdraisers – check out our eight
JB Smiley Jr Named To List Of Twenty Young Memphians To Watch
Every year, the Memphis Flyer recognizes twenty young leaders who will help shape the future of our city. This year included our very own JB Smiley, Jr. Read this brief excerpt about
Release: It’s Official! Attorney JB Smiley, Jr. Announces Comprehensive Plan For Livable Neighborhoods In District 8
Contact: The Committee to Elect JB Smiley, Jr. Amber Sherman – Campaign Manager 901.612.1559 www.votejbsmiley.com ATTY JB SMILEY, JR ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR SHELBY COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 8 Offers a