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Maggy Martinez

DEMOCRAT

Maggy Martinez is running for Georgia State Representative, District 74, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Maggy holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the New York Institute of Technology and a master’s degree in technology from Universidad de Leon, Spain. Maggy has three sons as well as six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Professional background

Maggy is the President of Starbound PR Firm LLC. She has held various roles in campaign management and public relations as a campaign manager for multiple political figures and public relations director for organizations such as the Municipality of Carolina, PR, and the American Lung Association. Maggy has also worked as a news reporter and TV producer for several shows in Puerto Rico.

Political background

Maggy Martinez served as a state legislator for the PR House of Representatives District 40 from 1997 to 2000, during which she was a member of several committees including the Federal Issues Committee, Health Committee, Ethics & Government Committee, Young Committee, and was appointed Chairperson for the Women's Affair Committee.

Economy

Wants to avoid raising taxes.

Plans to help commissioners and mayors with a comprehensive Land Use Plan "to shape smart growth and develop boundaries for warehouse and industrial growth."

Intends to aid in the development of a family & entertainment district, and "five-stars restaurants with walkable areas."

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Energy & the Environment

Wants to inform citizens of the district of future plans for "network trails, agriculture, green space, and beautification of Tara Blvd, lighting, and gateway signage, among others needs to enhance our main road."

Advocates for clean energy alternatives.

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Healthcare

Supports abortion access and rights.

Advocates for access to affordable healthcare.

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Voting & Elections

Plans to use experience as "Liaison of Voting Rights" for the Clayton Board of Elections and the Georgia Democratic Party to answer concerns and issues about voting and elections.

Wants to restore voting rights for felons.

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Public Safety

Wants to bring "professional resources for cultural and diversity training" for the police force and other city employees.

Plans to maintain property values with "an effective public safety initiative with Clayton and Henry Police Department and the local police cities’ police departments."

Wants to supoprt law enforcement while addressing accountability.

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Education

Plans to use experience as a Clayton county teacher to ensure quality education.

The candidate's website says, "Enhancing access to higher education and vocational training."

Served as a board member for a committee on Early Childhood & Learning in 2002, and served until 2006.

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