About Ryan

The son of a nurse and Air Force veteran, Ryan Scofield grew up recognizing the importance of serving his community. He became active in politics at a young age and has spent a large part of his life pouring into the local Democratic Party and working to support various candidates and causes. Currently, Ryan serves as the secretary of the Tennessee Democratic Party, Executive Committeeman for TNDP District 11, and Executive Committeeman for the Hamilton County Democratic Party, District 10.

Ryan’s experience working as a Social Security Disability legal assistant gives him unique insight both into the needs of the disability community and into the complex world of Social Security. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Ryan is also dedicated to ensuring that all Tennesseans have a right to love who they want.