Former ‘SNL’ performer seeks Williamson County post
THOMPSON STATION, Tenn. – Former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Victoria Jackson has filed to run as an independent candidate for a seat on the Williamson County Commission.
Jackson, who calls herself a tea party conservative, moved to Thompson Station last year. She told The Tennessean she filed as an independent because she’s “very disappointed with the Republican Party.”
“I think the key to saving America is normal, everyday citizens getting involved, because we the people are supposed to be in control, not the government,” Jackson said. “I had a political awakening in 2007. I’m tired of complaining. I want to do something.”
If Jackson meets the candidate qualifying requirements by the Feb. 20 deadline, her name will be on the Aug. 7 election ballot. She would run against the Republican nominee, who will be chosen May 6.
Jackson has appeared at political events in Middle Tennessee since moving there.