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Tom Wilder

REPUBLICAN

Tom Wilder is running for Tarrant District Clerk, Republican Primary.

Personal background

Tom Wilder has lived in Tarrant County for 53 years. He attended the University of Dallas and the University of North Texas and has completed over 800 hours of continuing education at UT Law School, Texas A&M, and through the District Court Alliance, along with over 200 hours of continuing education for his Texas real estate license.

Professional background

Tom previously worked as a business owner and/or partner for approximately 30 years prior to being elected.

Political background

Tom currently serves as the Tarrant County District Clerk in Texas. He was first elected in 1995 and is serving his 8th term. He previously ran for Tarrant County Commissioner in 1984, but did not win.

Administration

Supports using fiscal management practices that contribute to lowering the county tax rate.

Believes technological modernization allows the office to manage increasing caseloads without proportionally increasing personnel.

Supports replacing the current system to prevent potential system failures and disruptions to court operations.

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Ethics & Conduct

Denies allegations that his office improperly handled or destroyed court documents and states that removal petitions filed against him lack merit and should be dismissed.

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