The Importance of Local Elections with David Briley, Former Mayor of Nashville

Shout Your Cause with Sally Hendrick

David Briley, former mayor of Nashville, speaks with Sally Hendrick about the importance of local elections, among other things, as he runs for First Circuit Court Judge. Get show notes and behind-the-scenes footage of our projects at ShoutYourCause.com.

Less than half of the people who vote in a presidential election will actually vote in the local election, which means that many people are missing out on the opportunity to make decisions about public infrastructure, education, and public transit. By not voting in local elections, people miss the opportunity to weigh in on important issues that affect their communities. In an interview, former mayor of Nashville, Tennessee, David Briley, discussed his campaign for circuit judge and how he used text messages to reach potential voters. Briley explained that political campaigns start with identifying potential voters based on their voting history and the typical turnout in a particular election. He emphasized the importance of elevating and putting local elections in front of people to encourage more participation in decision-making that affects their communities.