Ernest Wilkerson

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Central Texas College Trustee for Place 7, former #Killeen City Councilmember, and #Democrat running for Bell County Commissioner Precinct 4. #PeopleNotPolitics ernestwilkerson.com

Ernest Wilkerson talks with the host of the Texas Black Politics podcast at the Texas Democratic Convention in Corpus Christi on June 26, 2026.
Tomorrow, I'll be taking the Politician's Creed Oath of Office, a commitment to lead with honesty, transparency, and integrity. I'm inviting you to join me as I do so by signing up to attend this ceremony virtually at the link below: https://bit.ly/4uYSXcp #PeopleNotPolitics
Ernest Wilkerson poses with Killeen Mayor Joseph Solomon and another participant at the Killeen NAACP's Miss Juneteenth Pageant on June 18, 2026.
Ernest Wilkerson is proudly endorsed by VoteVets. Video Transcript: "Hey everyone, it’s Ernest Wilkerson, your candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4. As you know, I spent 20 years serving my country as a soldier and as a national guardsman. And as a veteran, I’m excited to announce that I’ve been endorsed by VoteVets in our general election. VoteVets is an organization of more than 1.5 million veterans across the country who believe that we need strong leadership that will fight for our democratic values and preserve the constitution against tyranny. Like thousands of other veterans across Bell County, I took an oath to defend this country and the Republic that guarantees us our freedoms, and I hope to continue my service to our community beyond the uniform on the Commissioner’s Court. So, if you stand with me, please donate or sign up to volunteer today at: ernestwilkerson.com. Thank you."
Ernest Wilkerson is proud to be endorsed by New Politics for Bell County Commissioner, Precint 4.
Ernest Wilkerson stands with other soldiers in uniform. Date unknown.
Today is the day, Bell County! Get out and vote! Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM! Find your polling location at: iwillvote.com
Ernest Wilkerson lets supporters know that Early Voting has started in the 2026 Democratic Primary Election on Feb. 17, 2026. Polls are open for early voting in Bell County, TX until Feb. 27.
Ernest Wilkerson poses with supporters at the 2026 MLK Day March at Killeen City Hall on January 19, 2026.
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 poses with campaign literature before talking to voters on January 1, 2026.
Ernest Wilkerson poses with friends and family on Christmas Day: December 25, 2025.
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.
Bell County Commissioner candidate Ernest Wilkerson poses with MOSS Foundation volunteers at the 8th Annual Give Thanks and Share Your Blessings Dinner at the E-Center in downtown Killeen on November 16, 2025.
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.
Ernest Wilkerson signs paperwork to become a candidate on the 2026 Democratic Primary Ballot for Bell County Commissioner, Precinct 4 on November 14, 2025.
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.
Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4 talks to spectators at the 2025 Killeen, TX Veterans Day Parade.
Ernest Wilkerson poses with Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion and other supporters at his campaign kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 27.
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!
Ernest Wilkerson for Bell County Commissioner, Pct. 4, wishes a blessed Patriot Day to everyone. Please keep those lives lost on 9/11 and all those who serve in your thoughts and prayers.
Ernest Wilkerson speaks with members of the AFL-CIO's Central Texas Central Labor Council (CLC) in Waco, TX on September 1, 2025.
"As an elected official, I trust Ernest to support our leaders in office equally." - Martha Dominguez, Bell County Constable for Precinct 4 (D).
Democrats trust Ernest Wilkerson. See the following images to hear from Democrats that know Ernest and trust that he'll support our party's values.
Ernest and other MIB volunteers pose at Willow Springs Elementary School on Aug. 13, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson with supporters at the John Lewis Day March in Belton, Texas on July 17, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson raised $18,592 from 89 individual donors in the first semi-annual fundraising reporting period of 2025. 82% of all funds raised came from Bell County residents. This is the most raised by any candidate in the County Commissioner Pct. 4 primary.
Happy Independence Day, Bell County! As we celebrate the 249th year of our nation's independence, let's not forget that our democracy is the most important thing we have. And even as it is tested every day, the strength of our local communities is the fabric that makes it work. I'm proud to serve our community and look forward to fighting for it every day on the Commissioner's Court.
Happy #Juneteenth, Bell County! On June 19, 1865, the shackles of slavery were finally broken when the last slaves were liberated in Galveston, Texas - a full two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. 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. #PeopleNotPolitics
Surena & Kaylynn Wilkerson, daughters of Ernest Wilkerson.
Ernest Wilkerson with Bell County Constable Martha Dominguez at the 'No Kings' protest in Belton on 6/14/25.
Happy #PrideMonth, Bell County! Although equal rights for all members of our shared Bell County community are under threat, we remain rooted in the belief that our bonds are strong, and we will continue to fight so that every one of our neighbors can live fully and freely. We will continue to stand together, hand in hand, because that’s what fighting for local communities looks like. #PeopleNotPolitics
Ernest Wilkerson in uniform while serving in the United States Army.
Ernest Wilkerson poses with members of Alpha Kappa Alpha's Mu Theta Chapter at the Killeen NAACP's "Pizza, Politics & The People" event on April 17.
Today, Ernest Wilkerson, Democratic Candidate for Bell County Commissioner, Precinct 4, released the first round of early endorsements for his candidacy. These include current and former elected officials, Democratic Party officers, and community leaders who have thrown their support behind Wilkerson's campaign: Martha Dominguez (Bell County Constable, Pct. 4), Andy Williams (Mayor of Nolanville, Texas), Tim Hancock (Fmr. Mayor of Killeen, Texas), Ken Wilkerson (Fmr. Mayor Pro-Tem of Killeen, Texas), Rickey “Rick” Williams (Fmr. Mayor Pro-Tem. of Killeen, Texas & Fmr. Bell County Democratic Party Treasurer), Rodney Gilchrist (Killeen ISD Trustee, Place 7 & Bishop, Liberty Christian Center & KISD Board of Trustees), Charles Kimble (Fmr. Killeen Chief of Police), Darryl Shaw (Bishop, Rivers of Living Waters Church), Rachel Brent (Precinct Chair 412, Bell County Democratic Party), Nancy Pfiester (Fmr. Precinct Chair 209, Bell County Democratic Party), Jonathan Hildner (Fmr. Democratic Nominee, State House District 54), Wilmer “Floyd” Birt (Deacon, Greater Vision Community Church), and CSM (Ret.) John Banks (Community Leader, Marlboro Heights Baptist Church).
Ernest Wilkerson and his wife, Angenet attending the NAACP Killeen Branch #6189 50th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet on April 5, 2025.
Ernest Wilkerson with other members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity at the Crawfish Boil and Fundraiser on Saturday, April 29.