Justin Pearson

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Justin J. Pearson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth January 7, 1995 (Age: 31)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Justin Pearson graduated as valedictorian from Mitchell High School and earned a degree in Government & Legal Studies from Bowdoin College. He co-founded an organization that successfully halted a major pipeline project. Pearson has demonstrated leadership in environmental advocacy and has a background in public policy. His professional and educational experiences provide a strong foundation for his public service career.

Political Ideas

Justin Pearson's political identity is marked by a distinctive blend of local activism and progressive policy advocacy. His strategic focus on affordable housing and environmental justice, particularly through the cancellation of the Byhalia Pipeline, reveals a deeply rooted commitment to protecting marginalized communities. Pearson's approach to gun legislation and reproductive rights, framed through the lens of personal tragedy, adds an emotional depth to his policy positions. His ability to align with diverse factions on key issues, such as federal funds for poverty and crime, suggests a calculated and ideologically agile stance.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

Tennessee House of Representatives 9th District

Active

Competing Candidates: Steve Cohen (Incumbent)

Tennessee House of Representatives 9th District Democrat Primary

32,092 votes (65.80%)

Win
2024: Tennessee State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2024 Tennessee House of Representatives District 86 Election

15,612 votes (77.87%)

Win

2024 Tennessee House of Representatives District 86 Democratic Primary

3,783 votes (93.41%)

Win

Position Details

2023: Tennessee State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Tennessee's 86th House of Representatives district special election

443 votes (97.79%)

Win

Tennessee's 86th House of Representatives district special Democratic primary election

1,235 votes (52.35%)

Win