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Deandre holds a Master of Education (MEd) from Keiser University and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Liberty University. He resides in Atlanta and volunteers with several nonprofit organizations and routinely gives lectures. 

Deandre works at a mental health nonprofit as a quality assurance and training director. He has experience working in education as a dean and superintendent. He previously worked as a parks and recreation commissioner for the City of East Point.

Deandre S. Pickett has served as Chief of Staff for former State Representative Ralph Long III in 2012 and for the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus under former State Representative Dee Dawkins-Haigler in 2015. He has been appointed to the Georgia Advisory Committee of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, where he serves as the Vice Chair. He previously ran for the Fulton County Board of Education in 2014 and for State House Representative in 2016. He did not win either race. 

As of March 19, 2024, Deandre S. Pickett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Economy

Energy & the Environment

Candidate website

Said, "I am committed to leading the fight for accessible and affordable healthcare... I will stand up against special interests and work to implement policies that expand healthcare coverage, lower prescription drug costs, and protect vital services for those most in need."

Plans to support policies that expand healthcare coverage, lower prescription costs, and protect services for those in need.

Said, "I am committed to leading the fight for adequate resources and support for mental health services... Did you know that approximately 1 in 5 adults in Georgia experience mental illness each year, yet only half of them receive the necessary treatment? This is unacceptable."

Supports robust mental health services and plans to increase funding for mental health programs in underserved areas and advocates for policies that increase access to counseling and therapy.

Said, "As someone who has struggled with health challenges, I believe that healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that every individual has access to quality care."

Said, "I believe that healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that every individual has access to quality care."

- Plans to support policies that expand healthcare coverage, lower prescription costs, and protect services for those in need.
- Supports robust mental health services and plans to increase funding for mental health programs in underserved areas and advocates for policies that increase access to counseling and therapy.
- Said, "I believe that healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that every individual has access to quality care."

Healthcare

Voting & Elections

Supports requiring police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training.

Would support legislation that "strengthens law enforcement, promotes community policing, and enhances public safety measures."

Supports gun ownership only "through comprehensive background checks and education programs."

- Supports requiring police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training.
- Would support legislation that "strengthens law enforcement, promotes community policing, and enhances public safety measures."
- Supports gun ownership only "through comprehensive background checks and education programs."

Public Safety

The candidate's website says, "De'Andre... has worked tirelessly for the last 18 years to advocate for families and children within the state... Since 2006, De'Andre has served in many educational capacities from Educational Specialist and Dean of Students to recently having served as the Superintendent of a Charter Network."

The candidate's website says, "De'Andre's community ties continue to run deep within organizations that are building educational improvements... Serving as the Educational Attainment and Community Relations Director for the South Fulton Business Coalition where De’Andre’s diverse background in community relationship building along with his experience in education was highlighted..."

Said, "Together, we can ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to succeed and build a stronger, more prosperous future for our children and our state through a robust and inclusive education system."

Plans to install a robust and inclusive education system to "ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to succeed and build a stronger, more prosperous future."

The candidate's website says, "build a stronger, more prosperous future for our children and our state through a robust and inclusive education system."

Said, "I am deeply committed to transforming our education system so that every student will have access to a quality education... I will oppose any budget cuts that would undermine our schools and will work tirelessly to secure funding that will enhance student achievement."

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Deandre S. Pickett

Deandre attended Keiser University and holds a Master of Education (MEd) from 2010 and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Liberty University in 2016. He resides in Atlanta and volunteers with several nonprofit organizations and routinely gives lectures. 

Deandre works at a Mental Health nonprofit as a Quality Assurance and Training Director. He has experience working in education as a Dean and Superintendent. He also previously worked for the City of East Point as a Parks and Recreation Commissioner. 

Deandre S. Pickett has served as Chief of Staff for former State Representative Ralph Long III in 2012 and for the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus under former State Representative Dee Dawkins-Haigler in 2015. He has been appointed to the Georgia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, where he serves as the Vice Chair. 

Plans to boost funding for mental health programs in underserved state areas, advocating for policies that enhance access to counseling and therapy, aiming to prioritize mental wellness and ensure comprehensive care availability.

Said, "Together, let's build a healthier and more equitable future for all members of our community."

Plans to install policies expanding healthcare coverage, lower prescription costs, and protect services for those in need.

Supports robust mental health services and plans to increase funding for mental health programs in underserved state areas, advocating for policies that enhance access to counseling and therapy, aiming to prioritize mental wellness and ensure comprehensive care availability.

- Said, "I believe that healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that every individual has access to quality care."
- Plans to install policies expanding healthcare coverage, lower prescription costs, and protect services for those in need.
- Supports robust mental health services and plans to increase funding for mental health programs in underserved state areas, advocating for policies that enhance access to counseling and therapy, aiming to prioritize mental wellness and ensure comprehensive care availability.

Wants to require police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training.

Wants to strengthen law enforcement with promoting community policing and enhancing public safety measures. 

- Wants to require police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training.
- Wants to strengthen law enforcement with promoting community policing and enhancing public safety measures. 
- Supports gun ownership only "through comprehensive background checks and education programs."

Said to be committed to "transforming our education system so that every student will have access to a quality education... I will oppose any budget cuts that would undermine our schools and will work tirelessly to secure funding that will enhance student achievement."

Supports "...a robust and inclusive education system."

- Said to be committed to "transforming our education system so that every student will have access to a quality education... I will oppose any budget cuts that would undermine our schools and will work tirelessly to secure funding that will enhance student achievement."
- Supports "...a robust and inclusive education system."

Deandre Pickett is from ________.  He attended Keiser University and holds a Master of Education(MEd) from 2010 and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Liberty University in 2016. He resides in Atlanta and volunteers with several nonprofit organizations and routinely gives lectures. 


Deandre Pickett works at a Mental Health nonprofit as a Quality Assurance and Training Director. He has experience working in education as a Dean and Superintendent. He also previously worked for the City of East Point as a Parks and Recreation Commissioner. 

As of April 12, 2024, Deandre S. Pickett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to "prioritize public safety and protect our communities."

- Wants to require police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training.
- Wants to strengthen law enforcement with promoting community policing and enhancing public safety measures. 
- Supports gun ownership only "through comprehensive background checks and education programs."
- Plans to "prioritize public safety and protect our communities."

- Said to be committed to "transforming our education system so that every student will have access to a quality education... I will oppose any budget cuts that would undermine our schools and will work tirelessly to secure funding that will enhance student achievement."

Said, "I am a strong proponent of requiring all police officers to receive mandatory verbal de-escalation training... Additionally, I believe in responsible gun ownership through comprehensive background checks and education programs."

Said, "I am committed to advocating for laws that prioritize public safety... I will work tirelessly to support legislation that strengthens law enforcement, promotes community policing, and enhances public safety measures."

As of April 2, 2024, Deandre S. Pickett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Deandre S. Pickett has served as Chief of Staff for former State Representative Ralph Long III in 2012 and for the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus under former State Representative Dee Dawkins-Haigler in 2015. He was selected as a Digital Inclusion Fellow by Google Fiber in 2015 to build a curriculum for the City of Atlanta's Connect Home Initiative. He has held appointed positions including Vice Chair of the Georgia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and co-chair of the City of South Fulton Code Enforcement Board. Additionally, he is the Chair of the inaugural advisory committee for the Department of Business at Life University.

Deandre S. Pickett has served as Chief of Staff for former State Representative Ralph Long III in 2012 and for the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus under former State Representative Dee Dawkins-Haigler in 2015. He has been appointed to the Georgia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, where he serves as the Vice Chair. Additionally, he is the co-chair of the City of South Fulton Code Enforcement Board and Chair of the inaugural advisory committee for the Department of Business at Life University. Specific details regarding any elected office held by Deandre S. Pickett or past election campaigns were not provided.

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