Tennessee State House District 40

Current seat holder: Michael Hale.

Daniel Hawthorne

Daniel Hawthorne Daniel Hawthorne was born in Tennessee. He earned a graduate degree from Tennessee Technological University in 2011.

“I am AGAINST Charter Schools and School Vouchers, not only because I believe in our Public Schools, but because Tax Dollars should not be given to private entities with little or no accountability. We need to help and support our Public School Systems NOT DEFUND THEM.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“I am FOR the legalization of Marijuana in this state, I want this to help farmers in the eastern part of our State who have been hurting for a Cash Crop for over 20 years since Big Tobacco went away. We need to find a way to help these Family Farms to be more successful or we are going to lose an entire way of life in this part of our State.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“As I have already stated I care about Our Public Schools and finding new ways to fund them by potentially expanding the tax base through legalized marijuana.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Michael Hale

Michael Hale Michael Hale graduated from DeKalb County High School. Hale earned an associate degree from John A.

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“A longtime member of the NRA, Michael believes our 2nd Amendment are sacred and will always stand up for law abiding gun owners.” (Campaign website)
“As a strong man of faith, Michael will always protect our conservative values. A longtime member of the NRA, Michael believes our 2nd Amendment are sacred and will always stand up for law abiding gun owners. Michael is 100% pro-life, and believes that every life is precious from the moment of conception.” (Campaign website)
“Expanding economic development and creating jobs As a small business owner, Michael supports our local, small businesses and works hard to ensure the people in our community have access to quality jobs.” (Campaign website)