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Endorsements
"Mark Proctor is exactly the kind of steady, thoughtful leader who will work hard to get things done for the people of this state. He’s spent his career serving Tennesseans with common sense, fairness, and a no-nonsense approach that's earned respect from leaders in both parties. Mark understands the value of listening, leading without ego, and doing the job for the right reasons. I’m proud to support him, and I believe he’ll be a strong, constructive voice for District 59."
“Mark Proctor is the right person to continue representing our community. He has the experience and character needed to serve this district well. I’m confident he will put people over politics and work every day to deliver real results for the families of District 59.”
"Nashville needs Representatives in the state Capitol who will cut through the noise and deliver real solutions on the issues that matter: protecting access to healthcare, preventing gun violence, and tackling the opioid crisis.
Mark Proctor is that leader. He's built a small business and served in law enforcement. Mark is used to being held accountable for outcomes, not headlines. I'm proud to support Mark, and I hope you will too."
“District 59 needs a Democrat who can both stand up for our values and win in November and that’s Mark Proctor. This seat matters, and keeping District 59 in Democratic hands is critical to protecting working families and building a safer Tennessee.
Mark brings the kind of credibility and broad appeal it takes to win a tough general election. I’m proud to support Mark Proctor and confident he’s the right person to carry this district forward.”
"Out here in West Nashville, we need representatives who won’t back down – people who will fight for our public schools, defend our freedoms, and stand up to the MAGA extremists who are doing the bidding of special interests. Tennesseans are over it. We deserve better, and that’s why I’m supporting Mark Proctor.”
“I’m proud to support Mark Proctor because he brings experience, common sense, and a results-driven mindset to public service. His background in law enforcement gives him real insight into what works when it comes to public safety, and he knows how to work on both sides of the aisle —regardless of title or politics — to deliver solutions that move our communities forward.”
"I know Mark Proctor personally and have seen his integrity, decades of law enforcement experience, and commitment to putting people first. He understands the importance of strong public schools, affordable healthcare, and tackling the real challenges families face every day. Mark is the steady, principled leader Nashville needs, and I'm proud to support him."
“As an elected school board member, I know how critical it is that our public schools have the resources they need to support every student. That’s why I’m supporting Mark Proctor. He understands that MNPS deserves its fair share of funding from the state so Davidson County students can thrive.
Mark has two daughters in Metro Nashville Public Schools. He is committed to standing up for public education and fighting to make sure the state is a real partner in supporting our schools, educators, and families. I’m proud to endorse Mark Proctor and confident he’ll be a strong advocate for our students in the State House.”
"As a proud public school graduate from a family that has served MNPS for generations, I believe in strong public education and steady leadership. Mark Proctor shares that commitment. As a public school parent, he knows supporting families means investing in our schools and the neighborhoods they anchor.
His candidacy also represents something long overdue. LGBTQ Tennesseans deserve to see themselves reflected in leadership, especially at a time when many families feel targeted in policy debates. Mark will bring lived experience and principled leadership to the General Assembly.
I'm proud to endorse Mark Proctor for House District 59 because he will protect public education and stand up for all Tennessee families."
"Creating great schools starts with strong leaders, well-supported teachers, and systems that work for students. During my time on the Metro Nashville School Board, I've focused on setting clear goals, investing strategically, and ensuring schools have the resources to recruit and retain high-quality educators and staff.
Mark Proctor shares that commitment to thoughtful leadership and real results. He understands that suppoting families means investing in public education and focusing on the challenges our students face - from early literacy and middle grades math to mental health and college and career readiness. I'm proud to endorse Mark for House District 59 because he will be a strong, solutions orientated advocate for Nashville's students and families at the state level. "
“In South Nashville, families are feeling the squeeze from rising housing costs to longer commutes and everyday expenses. That’s why I’m supporting Mark Proctor. He understands that affordability isn’t an abstract issue; it’s about whether people can stay in the communities they love.
Mark’s career in law enforcement shows his commitment to service and to practical solutions. I’m proud to support him and look forward to working together to make Tennessee work better for working families.”
"We need Mark Proctor in the State House to support Bellevue and fight for issues that matter: keeping our schools safe, ensuring the State is a productive partner in tackling our traffic and congestion issues, and protecting our community and natural landscape.
I know Mark is a man of high character, and having dedicated a career to serving Tennesseans in law enforcement, I can’t wait for him to serve in the legislature."
“As a public servant, I know what it means to serve something bigger than yourself and that’s exactly why I’m supporting Mark Proctor. Mark has spent his career in public service, and it shows. He understands what it means to put the community first and take that responsibility seriously.
He leads with integrity and discipline, and those are qualities we need more of in the State House. I’m proud to endorse Mark Proctor and confident he’ll serve our community well.”
"As a former MNPS teacher, current Metro Schools parent, and School Board member, I know strong public schools need strong advocates. Mark Proctor's integrity, decades of public service, and commitment to safe communities make him the leader our students, educators, and families deserve. I'm proud to endorse Mark for State Representative."
"I'm proud to support Mark Proctor because his leadership is rooted in integrity, collaboration, and public service. Mark understands that stronger communities are built through opportunity, quality education, accessible healthcare, and ensuring everyone has a voice. He is the thoughtful, compassionate, and inclusive leader Nashville needs, and I'm proud to endorse Mark Proctor for District 59."
"I’m proud to support Mark Proctor because he brings a deep commitment to service, equity, and community engagement. In my work as a social worker and LGBTQ advocate, I see every day how important it is to have leaders who listen, show up, and act with compassion. Mark understands the needs of underserved and overlooked communities and is dedicated to ensuring every voice is heard and represented. Mark has the experience and heart to lead in a way that truly makes a difference."
I'm proud to support Mark Proctor. Mark brings both professional experience and personal heart to one of the most important issues facing our communities. As a career law enforcement leader, Mark has seen the horrific impact of gun violence up close and refuses to accept it as inevitable. Mark will work across the aisle to protect Second Amendment rights while taking meaningful action to prevent tragedy. His advocacy for strong permitting, training, and keeping guns out of dangerous hands reflects a clear priority: protecting our children, families, and communities.”