ENDORSEMENTS
Judge Jennifer Nichols is deeply grateful for the overwhelming support she has received throughout her campaign for Circuit Court Judge. She appreciates the encouragement, trust, and confidence shown by members of the community, which continue to inspire her commitment to fairness, integrity, and justice. Judge Nichols recognizes that this support reflects a shared belief in a strong and impartial judicial system, and she remains dedicated to serving with honesty and respect for all.
General Ray Whitley
"I'm pleased and honored to endorse Jennifer Nichols for election as Circuit Court Judge for Sumner County. Jennifer, by far, is the most qualified person seeking election to this most important judgeship. Unlike her opponent, she has vast experience in handling both criminal and civil trials and related court proceedings, both as a prosecutor and as a sitting judge. She has not been confined in her professional career solely to consideration of administrative law, where jury trials do not exist, and she has proved herself to be respectful of persons and devoted to the law. I have the utmost confidence and respect for Jennifer Nichols as a person and as a judge, and I know my feelings in this regard are shared and supported by our law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers all across Sumner County. As a long-time elected prosecutor, who has seen many judges and lawyers over the course of my career, I can personally say that Jennifer Nichols is doing an excellent job as Circuit Judge. The citizens of Sumner County are fortunate to have her in that position. For this reason, I am happy to endorse her in this
upcoming judicial election."
-Ray Whitley
Retired Sumner County District Attorney.
FOP LODGE #63
“Judge Nichols brings the complete judicial background citizens and law enforcement expect and deserve with proven experience in criminal, civil, and juvenile matters. She understands public safety, constitutional fairness, and the real-world impact judicial decisions have on victims, officers, and families throughout our county.” - Hendersonville FOP Lodge #63
FOP LODGE #65
“Judge Nichols brings decades of experience working alongside law enforcement. As a former Assistant District Attorney General, she handled violent crimes and secured convictions in serious felony cases. She has worked directly with officers at crime scenes, reviewed search warrants, and advised on charging decisions, giving her a deep understanding of the challenges law enforcement faces every day.” - Vol State FOP Lodge #65
Judge Dee Gay
"In my 46 years in the criminal justice system, Judge Jennifer Nichols is the most qualified person I have ever seen to serve as a trial judge. She should remain our Circuit Court Judge for the benefit of our criminal justice system and our judiciary here in Sumner County. Her experience was invaluable in our Criminal Court last year, where Judge Nichols and I conducted more jury trials than ever before.
Her qualifications and experience stand above comparison: over twenty years in the criminal justice system; prosecution of thousands of cases - more than 200 jury trials, 58 of which were first degree murder cases, and of those, 10 were death penalty cases; service as the Deputy District Attorney for Shelby County; appointment to the Governor’s Cabinet as the Commissioner of Children’s Services; service as a Criminal Court Judge in Shelby County; and now service as Circuit Court Judge here in Sumner County...It is my honor to endorse Judge Jennifer Nichols for election as Circuit Court Judge, Division II, in Sumner County."
Dr. & Mrs. Bryan Bondurant
"I experienced a little 'shock and awe' by Judge Jennifer's amazing amount of experience, credentials and integrity. She obviously has been well respected everywhere she has been and has served her communities tirelessly...l am both humbled and honored to serve as her Treasurer."
Local Attorneys
As Attorneys who regularly practice in the Trial Courts of Sumner County, we strongly endorse Judge Jennifer Nichols for Sumner County Circuit Court Judge, Division 2. As
practicing Attorneys, we each have taken a great interest in this race and upcoming election, and
we believe that this Trial Court position should be held by someone with sufficient and relevant
Trial Court experience. Without such experience, justice cannot be ensured.
Governor Bill Lee
"Jennifer Nichols is a competent, qualified, former prosecutor, served in my administration with expertise, and now in the role that she's in, we need that kind of competency, that kind of excellence on the bench. So please, make sure that you help Jennifer stay in the spot she's in."
Justice Holly Kirby
It’s my honor to give Judge Jennifer Nichols the highest endorsement for election as Circuit Court Judge, Division II, for Sumner County. As a Justice on the Tennessee Supreme Court, and as the immediate-past Chief Justice of Tennessee, I know Tennessee’s justice system. In over 30 years on the bench, I’ve never seen a trial judge more qualified than Judge Jennifer Nichols.She’s the real thing.
Judge Nichols has spent her life bringing justice to the people. As a prosecutor, she spent years fighting for victims and families, winning convictions of criminals like the killers of kidnapped nursing student Holly Bobo. As Governor Lee’s Commissioner of the Department of Children’s Services, she fought for children and families all over Tennessee. And as Judge of Sumner County’s Circuit Court, she fights for the people of Sumner County. Citizens come to the Sumner County court system desperate for justice, and they find it in Judge Nichols.
Judge Nichols has the richest experience, the highest integrity, the finest mind, and the truest heart. It’s easy for others to claim they’re better qualified. They’re not. No other candidate comes close.
Judge Jennifer Nichols has earned your vote. She’s spent a lifetime serving the people of Tennessee and Sumner County. Her mind, heart, and values reflect her Sumner County home. I’m honored to endorse Judge Jennifer Nichols, and I hope you’ll vote to keep her as Circuit Judge for Sumner County.
