Georgia Democratic Legislators Shine in Nikkei Feature on Non-White Votes in the South

By State Representative Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain)

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In a recent exclusive feature in Nikkei, the world’s largest financial newspaper with a daily circulation exceeding 1.73 million copies and one of Japan’s four national newspapers, Georgia Democratic Legislators have garnered significant recognition. This in-depth interview brought together ten state legislators from Georgia and North Carolina, offering a unique and insightful perspective into the dynamics of non-white votes in the southern United States. Among those featured were dedicated representatives from the great state of Georgia, each providing their invaluable insights into the upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election.

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Rep. Mack Jackson Convenes Final Meeting of the House Rural Development Council at State Capitol

ATLANTA – State Representative Mack Jackson (D-Sandersville) recently convened the final meeting of the House Rural Development Council at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta. Rep. Jackson was named co-chair of the House Rural Development Council, along with State Representative Gerald Greene (R-Cuthbert), by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) earlier this year.

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Rep. Gerald Greene Convenes Final Meeting of the House Rural Development Council at State Capitol

ATLANTA – State Representative Gerald Greene (R-Cuthbert) recently convened the final meeting of the House Rural Development Council at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta. Rep. Greene was named co-chair of the House Rural Development Council, along with State Representative Mack Jackson (D-Sandersville), by House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) earlier this year.

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Rep. Mandisha A. Thomas to Participate in an Agricultural Christmas for Kids

ATLANTA – State Representative Mandisha A. Thomas (D-South Fulton), in partnership with Bishop Lawrence Reeves of Trinity Fellowship Ministries, Pastor Bola Adepoju of Woman on Purpose and City of South Fulton Councilman Corey A. Reeves, will participate in an Agricultural Christmas for Kids event on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 12 – 3 p.m. at Enon Ranch in South Fulton.

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Speaker Jon Burns Announces Stephen Lawson as Senior Advisor for Communications

Lawson is veteran communications strategist and winning advocate

ATLANTA – Today, Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) announced the hire of veteran communications strategist Stephen Lawson as Senior Advisor for Communications within his office. Lawson has extensive experience in political, government and policy arenas helping advocate for and execute winning messages across the spectrum. In this role, he will oversee all external communication, media relations and strategic messaging for Speaker Burns.

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