Chris D. Jackson

Chris D. Jackson
Jackson with President Joe Biden at the White House Christmas party in 2024
Born (1986-11-22) November 22, 1986
Lawrence County, Tennessee, U.S.
Occupation(s)Public servant, political strategist, commentator
Political partyDemocratic

Chris D. Jackson (born November 22, 1986) is an American public servant, political strategist, and commentator from Lawrence County, Tennessee. He is noted for his early support of Joe Biden during the 2020 presidential campaign and his subsequent advocacy for Biden’s presidency. Jackson has been profiled by The Washington Post and quoted or featured in national outlets including Newsweek, The Daily Beast, The Daily Show, and Raw Story for his political commentary and online presence.[1][2][3][4][5]

Jackson maintains an online following of more than 125,000 on X and 100,000 on Bluesky, where he shares political commentary and satire.[6][7]

Early life and education

Jackson was born on November 22, 1986, in Lawrence County, Tennessee.[8] He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of North Alabama and pursued graduate studies at Tennessee Technological University.[8]

Local public service

Chris D. Jackson takes the oath of office as the youngest commissioner in Tennessee history.

At age 19, Jackson was elected to the Lawrence County Commission in August 2006, making him the youngest county commissioner in Tennessee history at the time.[8][9]

He served sixteen years on the commission, including seven years as chairman pro tempore. Jackson also served as president of his local Lions Club chapter and State Director of the Young Elected Officials Network.[10]

Political and party leadership

Jackson chaired the Democratic Party in Lawrence County from 2009 to 2013 and was re-elected in 2025 to lead efforts to rebuild the party in a conservative county.[11]

He was among the first elected officials in the United States to endorse Joe Biden during the 2020 presidential campaign,[12] later serving as a surrogate and grassroots advocate during the Democratic primary.[1] He was appointed to the Democratic National Committee Platform Committee and received personal acknowledgment from Biden in 2024 for his sustained support.[1]

National political involvement and commentary

Chris D. Jackson shaking hands with President Joe Biden. This official White House photograph is signed by President Biden with a personal message.

During the Biden administration, Jackson frequently used social media, opinion writing, and media appearances to support the president’s agenda and respond to political criticism.

A 2025 profile in The Washington Post noted Jackson had met Biden “at least half a dozen times since 2019” and had been invited to the White House on multiple occasions. The report described Biden and the First Lady sending flowers to Jackson after he was injured in a car accident and Biden asking about his father’s health during an illness.[1] The same profile quoted Jackson rejecting claims of a cover-up related to Biden’s health.[1]

Jackson has also written national commentary. In July 2020, he published an opinion piece in Newsweek welcoming former Ohio governor John Kasich’s endorsement of Biden as an important bipartisan signal.[13] In February 2024, he helped welcome First Lady Jill Biden to Nashville during her attendance at Walkin’ After Midnight, a Patsy Cline tribute at the Ryman Auditorium.[14]

Election Commissioner and media work

In 2023, Jackson was appointed Election Commissioner for Lawrence County by the State Election Commission. He stepped down in 2024 to increase his involvement in the presidential election and to launch On the Contrary, a weekly one-hour political talk show co-hosted with Republican Brandon Taylor. The program aired on WDXE 95.3 FM and 105.3 FM and was live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube.[8]

Media appearances

In January 2025, Jackson appeared on the podcast No Holding Back with Susan Estrich to discuss Biden’s legacy, Democratic strategy in red states, and challenges from Donald Trump and Elon Musk.[15] He was also featured on Two Way with Mark Halperin.[16]

Notable media coverage

Jackson has been cited or mentioned in national media for his commentary:

  • Newsweek described his criticism of Barack Obama for not endorsing Kamala Harris after Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 race.[2]
  • The Daily Beast highlighted his online response to Pope Leo XIV’s message to the United States.[3]
  • The Daily Show featured his reaction to Jon Stewart’s 2024 return as host during a segment on aging candidates.[4]
  • Raw Story cited him in coverage of reports that Donald Trump’s campaign paid attendees at a Nevada rally.[5]

Awards and honors

In 2018, Jackson received the University of North Alabama’s Public Service Alumni Award, recognizing his contributions to public service and political leadership.[17]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e Firozi, Paulina (June 4, 2025). "Joe Biden's legacy has its defenders — online and off". The Washington Post. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  2. ^ a b Slisco, Aila (July 22, 2024). "Democrat Trashes Barack Obama For Not Endorsing Kamala Harris: 'Truly Sad'". Newsweek. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  3. ^ a b Colarossi, Natalie (May 25, 2024). "Pope Leo XIV Gives a Blunt One-Word Reply When Asked to Send a Message to the U.S." The Daily Beast. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  4. ^ a b "Jon Stewart returns to "The Daily Show" and doesn't spare Joe Biden". Yahoo! Entertainment. February 13, 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  5. ^ a b "Trump caught paying people to attend Nevada rally: report". Raw Story. January 28, 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  6. ^ "Chris D. Jackson (@ChrisDJackson)". X. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  7. ^ "Chris D. Jackson @chrisdjackson.bsky.social". Bluesky. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  8. ^ a b c d "About Chris D. Jackson". ChrisDJackson.com. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  9. ^ "Commissioner Chris Jackson – District 2". Lawrence County Government (archived). Archived from the original on 2022-06-25. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  10. ^ "Local & State Briefs: Area official elected youngest commissioner in Tennessee history". The Columbia Daily Herald. February 24, 2013. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  11. ^ "Lawrence County Democrats Elect Officers". Lawrence County Advocate. April 2, 2025. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  12. ^ "Biden Campaign Press Release - Texas, Tennessee Elected Officials and Community Leaders Endorse Joe Biden for President" (Press release). Biden for President. February 28, 2020. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  13. ^ Jackson, Chris D. (July 22, 2020). "John Kasich, Welcome to the Resistance". Newsweek. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  14. ^ "Jackson helps welcome First Lady". Lawrence County Advocate. February 19, 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  15. ^ "Joe Biden's Legacy, Trump & Musk: Can They Be Stopped?". No Holding Back with Susan Estrich (Podcast). January 2025. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  16. ^ "Chris D. Jackson on Two Way with Mark Halperin". YouTube. January 2025. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  17. ^ "UNA Magazine, Spring 2019, Vol. 27 No. 1" (PDF). University of North Alabama. p. 31. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
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