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Hanks First Out Gay Man to Run for Rutherford County Mayor

Norman Hanks, whose drag persona is Veronica Paige and the reigning Miss Boro Pride, is running for Rutherford County Mayor. Using his talents in performing arts, he helps raise money and awareness for various causes including Boro Pride. 
Editor Connect 3 years ago 1 min read

MURFREESBORO, TN – Norman Hanks, whose drag persona is Veronica Paige and the reigning Miss Boro Pride, is running for Rutherford County Mayor. Using his talents in performing arts, he helps raise money and awareness for various causes including Boro Pride. 

Hanks made the decision to run because he wants the people to have a choice of someone who works hard every day for the betterment of the community. 

“I’m running because I wanted to see change in Rutherford County and I wanted to see someone like me –– a gay man, someone who puts the people first, and someone who gives back to the community.”

As Rutherford County faces exponential growth, Hanks wants to strengthen the county so it’s in a better position for this growth. Hanks will work with other area mayors to ensure that the best options and opportunities are explored. His platform consists of the following:

  • Landfill Solutions
  • Unhoused Community
  • Commerce
  • Gun Control
  • Human Rights
  • Immigration

Hanks, a Rutherford County native, is a graduate of MTSU and has worked in non-profit his entire career. He’s a recent graduate of Leadership Rutherford, Treasurer of Rutherford County Veterans’ Community Center, a ranking and reviewing committee member for HUD grants and of course, Miss Boro Pride. 

For more information on Mr. Hanks’ platform, please visit hanks4mayor.com or email him at [email protected]

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