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The latest from the Georgia Capitol & the campaign trail.
What does a “Better Georgia” look like to you?
I firmly believe government representatives need to reflect the priorities of their constituents. So, I’d like to hear from you about what your priorities are, what issues matter most to you, and what a “better Georgia” looks like for all of us.
Grab a virtual coffee with your state senate candidate.
Want to get to know your state Senate candidate for the 56? That’s great, because I want to get to know you, too!
Open communication is the cornerstone of good representation—and sadly lacking in many Georgia Senate districts, including the 56. So, let’s start the day right by catching up over a cup of morning coffee (or tea or mocha or whatever gets your day started well) and learn a little bit about one another.
Mom’s Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate.
Our campaign was recently awarded the 2024 “Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate” distinction by the Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund. This approval is in recognition of our advocacy for gun-violence prevention and our commitment to governing with gun safety in mind.
State Senate report: Week twelve.
It’s the final week of the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week twelve.
State Senate report: Week eleven.
Our state Senators are almost done with the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week eleven.
State Senate session report: Week ten.
Our state Senators have just two more weeks to close out the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week ten.
Qualified & running for the 56!
Monday, while our legislators were busy in session, Ellie, my campaign team, and I popped down to the Capitol and officially qualified to run for Georgia state Senate district 56! Woot!
State Senate session report: Week nine.
Our Senators are back following Crossover Week and taking up the House’ business to close out the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week nine.
The Center for Freethought Equality PAC
The Center for Freethought Equality is the advocacy and political arm of the American Humanist Association, a group that advocates for issues the humanist and atheist community cares about like the separation of church and state, protecting civil liberties, and advancing progressive policies.
State Senate session report: Crossover Week.
It’s Crossober Week! Our legislators are eight weeks into the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week eight.
State Senate session report: Week seven.
Our legislators are seven weeks into the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week seven.
State Senate session report: Week six.
Our legislators are halfway through the 157th Georgia General Assembly. I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week six.
An update from our January filing.
As a first-time candidate, this whole campaign and election process is new—from meetings at IHOPs and living rooms across the district to the legal reporting that keeps data-entry game fresh. But with almost all of our fundraising to-date consolidated into a few weeks at the end of January, we’re thrilled to report our campaign received 88 financial contributions—82% of which came from in-state donors!
State Senate session report: Week five.
Our legislators are five weeks into the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down in week five.
State Senate session report: Week four.
Our legislators are four weeks into the 157th Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down.
State Senate session report: Week three.
Our legislators are three weeks into the 157 Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down.
Budget week report.
It’s budget week! The week when our state legislature suspends all other activity to do the one job our state constitution requires of them: passing a budget. Or, in this case, two—amending fiscal year 2024 (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024) and passing fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025).
The state of the state.
On Thursday, a joint session of the Georgia Legislature met in the House Chamber to receive the governor’s annual State of the State address. In it, Kemp emphasized Georgia's accomplishments and policy initiatives while renewing his commitment to principles that—he says—distinguish our state’s approach from Washington’s.
What to expect from the 2024 legislative session.
236 lawmakers, their staff, lobbyists, and journalists are ready to descend on the Georgia Capitol for 2024’s 40-day legislative session! So, let’s talk about what’s on deck, what state Republicans and Democrats want to accomplish, and what past issues might crop up again.
State Senate Session Report: Week one.
Yesterday, our legislators returned for the second session of the 157 Georgia General Assembly (the first session was last year). I’ve got my eyes on the state Senate, so here’s what went down.
LET’S KEEP IN TOUCH.
Open communication is a cornerstone of good representation—and something sadly lacking in many Georgia senate districts, including the 56. I pledge to respond to everyone who reaches out. So email, text, or call me anytime at:
jdjordan@forthe56.com
706.804.0456
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