As part of MSJ-Sparta’s 2026 Election Coverage, our Meet Your Candidates series gives voters a quick, clear look at who’s on the ballot and where they stand so you can head to the polls informed and confident.
My name is Erick Dildine, and I’m running for County Commissioner - District 2 because this is home.
I’m a lifelong member of this community, blessed with an amazing wife Ryan and our three wonderful kids, two boys and a girl. My parents are Rick and Dana Dildine, Our family is deeply rooted here, and we are faithful members of Golden Mountain Ministries. My roles as a husband, dad, and man of faith shape how I approach service and leadership every day.
I believe strong families are the foundation of a strong White County. I’ve seen firsthand what makes our town special — neighbors helping neighbors, churches and schools shaping our kids, and families working hard to build a good life here.
I’m running because I believe local government should serve families first. Every decision should be measured by one simple question: Does this help the families of District 2 and White County?
I hold strong conservative values and believe in limited government, personal responsibility, and protecting the freedoms that make our community strong. As a fiscal conservative, I believe our town should live within its means and that taxpayers deserve responsible, disciplined leadership.
If elected, I promise to:
• Listen first and lead with integrity
• Be present and accessible to the people I serve
• Protect taxpayers by opposing unnecessary tax increases and wasteful spending
• Support policies that strengthen families, protect seniors, and help working households thrive
This campaign is about more than a seat on a board. It’s about making sure our community remains safe, affordable, and strong for every family.
District 2 Roots, White County-Wide Care.
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