People for Fairness and Justice

04/17/2026

PFJ is endorsing JB Smiley, Jr. for Shelby County Mayor!

This office holds real power over real lives: the county budget, our jails, youth detention, access to mental and physical health, availability of affordable housing, and more.

On City Council, Smiley has shown up in action, not just words. He's committed to fixing crumbling infrastructure, investing in mental health and reentry, pushing back against military deployment, and standing with immigrants.

In this moment of federal and state overreach, we need someone in the County Mayor's seat who will use that power with and for the people, and that's JB Smiley, Jr.

Vote early for JB Smiley, Jr. before April 30! Poll location and schedule info here:https://electionsshelbytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EV-Locations-5.5.26-Election-with-hours-8.5X11.pdf

04/17/2026

PFJ is endorsing Anthony Buckner for Shelby County Sheriff.

In 2022, our community made history by electing a progressive District Attorney and a Juvenile Court Judge.

Now we're building on that momentum: the Sheriff's office is the next frontier for real justice reform in Shelby County.

Buckner knows this system from the inside, and we believe he has what it takes to change it. With Buckner in office, we'll have the opportunity to push for improved and humane conditions in 201 Poplar, expanded diversion programs, and the transparency that has been missing from this office for too long.

Join us in supporting Anthony Buckner for Sheriff, and get out and vote early before April 30!

Polling locations and schedule:https://electionsshelbytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EV-Locations-5.5.26-Election-with-hours-8.5X11.pdf

10/29/2024

Vote FOR all Memphis ballot referendums to fight for our right to gun safety and a strong local democracy! Learn More: bit.ly/PFJballot2024

10/28/2024

Jesse Huseth will fight for our freedom to be safe from gun violence and our right to be heard in our democracy. Vote Jesse for District 97: bit.ly/PFJballot2024

10/28/2024

Rep. Justin J. Pearson knows Jesse Huseth will fight for all of us. Vote Jesse for District 97! bit.ly/PFJballot2024

10/28/2024

Jesse Huseth is serious about our safety AND our freedom. Vote Jesse Huseth for District 97! bit.ly/PFJballot2024

10/18/2024

First weekend of early voting is here, and we’ve got everything you need to know about the local races and Memphis Ballot Referendums!

Learn More: bit.ly/PFJballot2024

07/29/2024

Natalie McKinney is the change we need to put the MSCS Board back on the right track! VOTE August 1:

Natalie McKinney has the trusted experience and policy expertise we need to put MSCS back on the right track. She knows it's time for a change, and she's ready on day one to bring transparency, integrity, and community voice into the School Board's decision-making. 

07/26/2024

The choice is clear - VOTE Natalie McKinney!

Natalie McKinney has the trusted experience and policy expertise we need to put MSCS back on the right track. She knows it's time for a change, and she's ready on day one to bring transparency, integrity, and community voice into the School Board's decision-making. 

07/24/2024

Natalie has what it takes to make sure MSCS works in the best interest for students, families, and faculty. Vote Natalie McKinney MSCS District 2! bit.ly/McKinneyMSCS2

07/24/2024

The choice is clear - Vote Natalie McKinney for School Board District 2!

Natalie McKinney has the trusted experience and policy expertise we need to put MSCS back on the right track. She knows it's time for a change, and she's ready on day one to bring transparency, integrity, and community voice into the School Board's decision-making.