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Winfred Dukes
Winfred Dukes is running for Georgia Agriculture Commissioner, Democratic Primary.
Personal background
Dukes was born and raised in Mitchell County, Georgia. Dukes received a bachelor’s degree in history from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. He also earned a masters degree in Management from Georgia College and State University. He is a member of Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Mitchell County.
Professional background
Winfred Dukes is the CEO of Dukes, Edwards and Dukes, Inc., a family owned construction/real estate firm based in Albany, Georgia.
Political background
Winfred Dukes is a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 154. He has been in office since 1997. He most recently won reelection in 2020. His committee assignments are Economic Development & Tourism, Agricultural & Consumer Affairs, and State Planning & Community Affairs. During his first term, from 1996 to 1997, he served as whip for the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus. Winfred was elected to serve as second vice chairman of Georgia Democratic Party during the 1998 state Democratic Convention.
Economy
On the issue of Georgia's agriculture industry, Dukes said, "Currently, Georgia makes up two percent of the agriculture in the country. I think we can do better"
Wants to encourage urban farming.
Wants to encourage diversification of crops grown by Georgia farmers.
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Environment
Wants to ensure sustainable soil and water use in Georgia agriculture.
Encourages a switch to renewable energy in the agriculture industry.
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Workers' Rights
As of March 10, 2022, Winfred Dukes’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Education
Wants to start a Youth Community Garden program designed to teach Georgia students sustainable agricultural practices.
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Public Health
Pledges to end food deserts in Georgia. He said, "In Georgia, over 2 million residents live within areas that do not provide suitable access to the food staples necessary for a healthy diet and about 25% of those residents are children."
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