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Ed Jackson (born July 21, 1948) is an American businessman and politician. He serves as a Republican member of the Tennessee Senate for the 25th district.
Ed Jackson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Tennessee Senate | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Lowe Finney |
| Constituency | 27th district (2015-2023) 25th district (2023-present) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 21, 1948 Jackson, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Marilyn Jackson |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | Jackson High School, Memphis State University |
| Occupation | Businessman, politician |
Ed Jackson was born on July 21, 1948, in Jackson, Tennessee.[1][2]
Jackson was educated at the Jackson High School.[3] He attended Lambuth College and graduated from Memphis State University.[3] Jackson was a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity in college.[1]
Jackson served in the 30th Armored Division of the Army National Guard for seven years.[3]
Jackson started his career at the Southern Supply Company, where he worked for seven years.[3] He worked as a salesman for the Tennant Company for three decades.[3] With his wife, he co-owns Southern Comfort Coaches, Snappy Tomato Pizza and Marilyn Jackson's Gifts, three small businesses based in Jackson, Tennessee.[3]
Since 2014, Jackson has served as a Republican member of the Tennessee Senate for District 27, encompassing parts of Madison County, Crockett County, Dyer County, Lake County and Lauderdale County.[1]
Jackson serves on the board of trustees of the West Tennessee Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America.[3] He is a member of the National Rifle Association of America.[1]
With his wife Marilyn, he has three children.[1] He is a member of the Church of Christ.[1]
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