Tennessee House of Representatives 60th district
American legislative district
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Tennessee House of Representatives District 60 is one of the 99 legislative districts in the Tennessee House of Representatives. The district covers eastern Davidson County, including portions of Nashville neighborhoods such as Hermitage, Donelson, and Old Hickory. It is bounded on the north by Old Hickory Lake and the south by Percy Priest Lake [1] The district has been represented by Shaundelle Brooks since 2024.[2][3] The district is considered slightly competitive.[4] In 2024, Kamala Harris won the district by 10.5%[5]
20.8% Black
11.1% Hispanic
2.9% Asian
4.3% Multiracial
| Tennessee's 60th State House of Representatives district | |||
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 Map of Tennessee House districts with the 60th District shaded in red | |||
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| Demographics | 61.4% White 20.8% Black 11.1% Hispanic 2.9% Asian 4.3% Multiracial | ||
| Population (2024) | 79,241 | ||
Demographics
According to the 2024 American Community Survey, District 60 had a population of approximately 79,241.[6]
- 61.4% of the district is White
- 20.8% of the district is African American
- 11.1% of the district is Hispanic
- 2.2% of the district is Asian
- 0.2% of the district is some other race
- 4.3% of the district is Two or more races
Detailed demographic information for the district is also available through Census Reporter.[7]
History
The 60th District was first constituted at the time of the 88th Tennessee General Assembly, prior, Davidson County had many numbered districts. [8]
List of Representatives
Shaundelle Brooks is an American politician serving as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 60th district. A member of the Democratic Party, Brooks was elected in 2024.[9]
| Representative | Party | Years of service | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaundelle Brooks[10] | Democratic | January 15, 2025 – present | Hermitage |
| Darren Jernigan[11] | 2013 - 2024 | Hermitage | |
| Jim Gotto[12] | Republican | 2011 – 2012 | Hermitage |
| Ben West Jr.[13] | Democratic | 1984 - 2010 | Hermitage |
| Elmer W. Disspayne[14] | 1978 - 1984 | Hermitage | |
| Elliot Ozment[15] | 1976 - 1978 | Hermitage | |
| John T. Hicks[16] | 1966 - 1976 | Hermitage | |
Elections
2024
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Shaundelle Brooks | 16,681 | 53.8 | |
| Republican | Chad Bobo | 14,335 | 46.2 | |
| Total votes | 31,016 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2022
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 11,201 | 60.2 | |
| Republican | Christopher Huff | 7,405 | 39.8 | |
| Total votes | 18,606 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2020
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 23,220 | 100.0 | |
| Total votes | 23,220 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2018
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 18,362 | 100.0 | |
| Total votes | 18,362 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2016
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 15,103 | 56.14 | |
| Republican | Steve Glover | 11,799 | 43.86 | |
| Total votes | 26,902 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2014
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 8,415 | 53.4 | |
| Republican | Jim Gotto | 7,339 | 46.6 | |
| Total votes | 15,754 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2012
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Darren Jernigan | 12,310 | 50.2 | |
| Republican | Jim Gotto | 12,215 | 49.8 | |
| Total votes | 24,525 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic gain from Republican | ||||
2010
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Jim Gotto | 8,795 | 51.38 | |
| Democratic | Sam Coleman | 8,322 | 48.62 | |
| Total votes | 17,117 | 100.0 | ||
| Republican gain from Democratic | ||||
2008
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Ben West Jr. | 18,690 | 65.85 | |
| Republican | Ron Hickman | 9,693 | 34.15 | |
| Total votes | 28,383 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2006
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Ben West Jr. | 12,402 | 67.03 | |
| Republican | Juan C. Borges | 6,099 | 32.97 | |
| Total votes | 18,501 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2004
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Ben West Jr. | 21,315 | 100.0 | |
| Total votes | 21,315 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2002
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Ben West Jr. | 11,734 | 71.42 | |
| Republican | Dave Backs | 4,696 | 28.58 | |
| Total votes | 16,430 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
2000
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Ben West Jr. | 15,142 | 72.75 | |
| Republican | Dave Backs | 5,672 | 27.25 | |
| Total votes | 20,814 | 100.0 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
