A big thank you to the #Killeen Daily Herald for the opportunity to speak about my campaign for #BellCounty. Check out the video below to learn more about why I'm running and don't forget to cast your vote early starting on Tuesday, February 17! #PeopleNotPolitics
His legacy is living on in all of us as we strive to build an inclusive community right here in #BellCounty. Happy #MLKDay! (2/2) #PeopleNotPolitics
Folks across our community and across Texas know that we're building a movement for a better #BellCounty. Because at the end of the day, this campaign is about people, and that's why I'm fighting. (2/2) #PeopleNotPolitics
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Ernest Wilkerson is proudly endorsed by the following elected officials: Royce West, State Senator (D, SD-23) Chet Edwards, Fmr. U.S. Representative (D, TX-17) Rodney Ellis, Harris County Commissioner (D, Pct. 1) Jeff Travillion, Travis County Commissioner (D, Pct.1) Amb. Lyndon Olsen, Fmr. State Representative (D, HD-35) Cecelia Burke, Fmr. Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector (D) Martha Dominguez, Bell County Constable (D, Pct. 4) Bishop Rodney W. Gilchrist, Killeen ISD Trustee (Place 7) Anthony Kendrick, Killeen City Councilmember (Place 4) Carroll G. Robinson, Fmr. Houston Community College Trustee (Dist. 4) Andy Williams, Mayor of Nolanville, TX Lynda Nash, Mayor Pro-Tem. of Harker Heights, TX Jesse Myles, Harker Heights, TX City Councilmember (Place 3) Tim Hancock, Fmr. Mayor of Killeen, TX Ken Wilkerson, Fmr. Mayor Pro-Tem. of Killeen, TX Rickey “Rick” Williams, Fmr. Mayor Pro-Tem. of Killeen, TX Fred Chavez, Fmr. Copperas Cove City Councilmember (Place 2)
Ernest Wilkerson is proudly endorsed by the following Community Leaders: Bishop Darryl Shaw, Rivers of Living Waters Church Pastor Virgil Allgood, New Bethel Christian Worship Center Pastor Edward Wagner, Cornerstone Baptist Church Plus dozens of Bell County Residents and Democratic Party leaders!
Texas State Senator Royce West endorses Ernest Wilkerson for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4, saying: "I’m proud to know Ernest personally. I’ve seen his integrity, his work ethic, and his unwavering commitment to serving all of our communities — not just the powerful or well-connected. He understands that local government is where real change begins, and he is prepared to lead with both courage and competence."
🚨 #BREAKING: I'm proud to announce a slate of new endorsements of elected officials, community leaders, and neighbors. I'm proud to have the backing of everyone joining our growing list of supporters! @rodneyellis.bsky.social
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Ernest Wilkerson poses with friends and family on Christmas Day: December 25, 2025.
I didn’t start my career in politics. I started it helping people. I always put family first in everything that I do. So from my family to yours, have a Merry #Christmas and a happy holiday season!
#PeopleNotPolitics
Fairness-to-Independent-Voters Dept.
In North Carolina, it’s literally against the law to appoint an independent voter to the Board of Elections: the five members all have to be registered with one or the other of the “two largest parties”…i.e., Ds or Rs.
#NCGA #NCPol #PeopleNotPolitics
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Bell County Commissioner Precinct 4 candidate Ernest Wilkerson lays a wreath at the grave of a veteran at the Central Texas Veterans' Cemetery on November 29, 2025.
Gathering with others to pay tribute to those who have served.
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Special thanks to Carolyn Brown for giving us this opportunity to come together! Happy #Thanksgiving 🦃! (2/2)
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As County Commissioner, I'll work to make sure it's easy for affordable housing to come to our community. Everyone in Western #BellCounty deserves to have a roof over their heads. And I'll fight to make it so. (2/2)
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Yard signs are lined up along a street for Ernest Wilkerson for Bell County Commissioner, Precinct 4. The text reads: "Sign-Up to get your Sign!" You can get a yard sign for Ernest Wilkerson by signing up at ernestwilkerson.com/volunteer.
Yard signs are here and are hot off the press! Get yours now by signing up at 👉🏾 ernestwilkerson.com/volunteer or by sending a DM with your address so we can drop it off!
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This campaign is already moving with power, purpose, and overwhelming support to build a movement to put people over politics in Bell County. Sign up to join us at: ernestwilkerson.com/volunteer
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Ernest Wilkerson signs paperwork to become a candidate on the 2026 Democratic Primary Ballot for Bell County Commissioner, Precinct 4 on November 14, 2025.
It's official: I'm on the Democratic Primary Ballot for #BellCounty Commissioner, Precinct 4! 💪🏾 I'm running to push real solutions: fixing our infrastructure, supporting our small businesses, and ensuring county services work for everyone.
#PeopleNotPolitics
If you're in need of food resources, you can go to the following food banks in Western Bell County: ASYMCA Downtown Killeen (415 N 8th St. on Sat 8-12PM); Destiny Church (101 W.S. Young Dr. on Mon/Thu 10:30AM-1PM); Excellence Covenant (4003 Zephyr Rd. on Mon 8-11AM); Hamilton-Manjang Mission House (1004 Jefferies Ave. on Tue/Wed/Fri 11AM-2PM); Joseph's Ministry (4705 E Veteran's Memorial Blvd. on 2nd & 4th Thu 4-6PM); and Killeen Food Center (210 N 16th St. on Tue-Fri 9AM-1PM). Find more at feedingtexas.com.
More than 50,000 people in #BellCounty rely on #SNAP benefits to eat. Combined w./ servicemembers & federal employees who haven't been paid: nearly 1/3 of our County is unable to eat because of the Republican Shutdown. Find some of our community food banks here if you're in need. #PeopleNotPolitics
Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 talks to spectators at the 2025 Killeen, TX Veterans Day Parade.
Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 gives a thumbs up from a black pickup truck at the 2025 Killeen, TX Veterans Day Parade.
Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 points to spectators at the 2025 Killeen, TX Veterans Day Parade.
Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 talks to spectators at the 2025 Killeen, TX Veterans Day Parade.
To my fellow veterans: have a happy #VeteransDay! Thank you to everyone who has served in uniform to keep our families, our community, and our country safe.
And a special thanks to Central Texas AVAC for allowing me to participate in this year's #Killeen Veterans Day parade! #PeopleNotPolitics
🗳️ Announcement
I am standing as an Independent candidate for Bensham Manor in the Croydon 2026 elections.
Not waiting to get elected before working hard for our community — Already doing it! 💜
#AlreadyWorkingHard #PeopleNotPolitics #BenshamManor
#Croydon2026
Ernest Wilkerson poses with Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion and other supporters at his campaign kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Ernest Wilkerson's logo is displayed on a podium at his campaign kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Ernest Wilkerson talks with Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion and other supporters at his campaign kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Thank you to Travis Co. Commissioner Jeff Travillion & the more than 60 supporters, friends, & community members that joined at our kickoff us on Saturday! We've got the momentum to win, and we're just getting started! Join our movement to put people first at ernestwilkerson.com! #PeopleNotPolitics
Join Ernest Wilkerson and Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion to kickoff Ernest Wilkerson's Campaign for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 at the Shilo Inn Hotel on Saturday, September 27, 2025!
SAVE THE DATE: We're launching our campaign this Saturday at the Shilo Inns Hotel in #Killeen! Join us as we gather with friends, neighbors, and supporters to celebrate and organize for a Commissioners Court that works for all of us.
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Just as we remember those taken by that cowardly act 24 years ago, we must remember that Bell County is on the frontlines of our country's security. Have a blessed #PatriotDay and keep all those who serve forever in your hearts. #PeopleNotPolitics (4/4)
"As an elected official, I trust Ernest to support our leaders in office equally." - Martha Dominguez, Bell County Constable for Precinct 4 (D).
"I support Ernest because of his record of leadership and his vision for the future." - Pamela Cleveland, Bell County Democratic Party Precinct 313 Chair.
"I know Ernest is a Democrat I trust to make a difference." - Matt West, Bell County Democratic Party Precinct 306 Chair
"I've known Ernest for close to two decades. He'll fight for our values as Democrats." -Rachel Brent, Former Precinct 412 Chair, Bell County Democratic Party.
If you want to see a positive change in our community and join our campaign's growing list of supporters, then click here to chip-in $5 or more: secure.actblue.com/donate/votee...
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Ernest and other MIB volunteers pose at Willow Springs Elementary School on Aug. 13, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson gives a high five to a returning student at Willow Springs Elementary School on August 13, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson gives a high five to a returning student at Willow Springs Elementary School on August 13, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson gives a high five to a returning student at Willow Springs Elementary School on August 13, 2025.
Proud to join #MeninBlack in welcoming #KISD students back to school at Willow Springs Elementary School! Giving out warm smiles and high fives! #PeopleNotPolitics
That's why I was inspired to see that #GoodTrouble lives on right here in our community! Special thanks to #NAACP #Killeen Branch #6189, Bell County Texas Democratic Women, and @indivisiblecentex.bsky.social for putting on this march and keeping the memory alive! #PeopleNotPolitics
We have the momentum, the movement, and now the money to win. We are incredibly grateful for your support!
Onward: secure.actblue.com/donate/votee...
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I'm proud to serve our community and look forward to fighting for it every day on the Commissioner's Court. (2/2) #PeopleNotPolitics
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The PTA mom organizing the school district deserves the spotlight, not just the celebrity candidate.
We need a culture that celebrates real, selfless leadership. 🔥
#PeopleNotPolitics #PTA #Mom
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Please join me as we remember and commemorate our ancestors who fought hard for that emancipation! Let us never forget that our freedom wasn't free. (2/2)
#PeopleNotPolitics #Juneteenth
Special thanks to @indivisiblecentex.bsky.social and Bell County Texas Democratic Women for organizing this important moment! #PeopleNotPolitics
Ernest Wilkerson with Bell County Constable Martha Dominguez at the 'No Kings' protest in Belton on 6/14/25.
Ernest Wilkerson with supporters at the 'No Kings' protest in Belton on 6/14/25.
Ernest Wilkerson with supporters at the 'No Kings' protest in Belton on 6/14/25.
Ernest Wilkerson with supporters at the 'No Kings' protest in Belton on 6/14/25.
Proud to show up and support the #NoKings March in Belton today! The energy was incredible and I was proud to see veterans and teachers, moms and grandparents, and people from all walks of life in our #BellCounty Community come together and stand up for our democracy. #PeopleNotPolitics
Protesters peacfully walking down our street on their way to gather on Ocean in Long Beach. People from all walks of life in solidarity. Its unfortunate that it always takes these types of circumstances for is to be together like this, but grateful that we do.✊🏾
#nokingsinamerica #peoplenotpolitics
🙏🏼We raised $100K in our first 24 hours! This campaign is powered by people like you who believe #VA11 deserves better than career politicians. Thank you!
#100k #first24hours #VA11 #peoplenotpolitics #june28th #newleadershipnow #firehouseprimary
We will continue to stand together, hand in hand, because that’s what fighting for local communities looks like. (2/2)
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