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Karen Rene' is originally from Selma, Alabama. She earned her bachelor's degree in political science from Alabama State University and her law degree from Atlanta Law School.

Karen Rene' has previously worked as the 2nd Vice President and Programs Director for the Atlanta NAACP, the State Director of the Georgia Working Families Party, and at the Atlanta Job Corps Center.

Karen Rene' has previously served as an elected City Council member and as Mayor Pro Tem for the City of East Point, GA.

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The candidate's website says, "social and economic justice, ensuring that the voices of working-class communities are heard and valued. Her leadership and"

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality."

Promises to "advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality."

The candidate's website says, "Invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries."

Plans to "invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries."

The candidate's website says, "Secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities."

Promises to "secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities."

The candidate's website says, "Workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination."

Supports "workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination."

The candidate's website says, "Increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs."

Plans to "increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs."

Plans to "increase food stamps for Seniors" and "implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation."

- Promises to "advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality."
- Plans to "invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries."
- Promises to "secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities."
- Supports "workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination."
- Plans to "increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs."
- Plans to "increase food stamps for Seniors" and "implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation."

Economy

Plans to address environmental injustices affecting communities of color by fighting for cleaner air and water to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities like asthma and lead poisoning as a Congresswoman.

Plans to address environmental injustices affecting communities of color by fighting for cleaner air and water to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities like asthma and lead poisoning.

Believes "communities of color are disproportionately victimized by environmental hazards."

- Plans to address environmental injustices affecting communities of color by fighting for cleaner air and water to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities like asthma and lead poisoning.
- Believes "communities of color are disproportionately victimized by environmental hazards."

Energy & the Environment

The candidate's website says, "Increase food stamps for Seniors, strengthen Social Security and Medicare, and implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation, while also expanding access to affordable healthcare and long-term care options for seniors."

Promises to strengthen Social Security and Medicare and expand access to affordable healthcare and long-term care options for senior citizens.

- Promises to strengthen Social Security and Medicare and expand access to affordable healthcare and long-term care options for senior citizens.

Healthcare

As of March 19, 2024, Karen Rene'’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Voting & Elections

Public Safety

The candidate's website says, "Support initiatives that provide mentorship, afterschool programs, and extracurricular activities for at-risk youth, and invest in education and job training programs to give young people the tools they need to succeed."

Supports "initiatives that provide mentorship, afterschool programs, and extracurricular activities for at-risk youth."

Plans to "invest in education to give young people the tools they need to succeed."

- Supports "initiatives that provide mentorship, afterschool programs, and extracurricular activities for at-risk youth."
- Plans to "invest in education to give young people the tools they need to succeed."

Education

Foreign Policy and Immigration

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Karen Rene'

Karen Rene' is originally from Selma, Alabama. She earned her bachelor's degree in political science from Alabama State University and attained her Juris Doctorate from Atlanta Law School.

Promises to "Advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality."

Plans to "Invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries."

Promises to "Secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities."

Supports "Workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination."

Plans to "Increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs."

Plans to "Increase food stamps for Seniors... and implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation."

- Promises to "Advocate for a living wage, paid family and medical leave, and affordable childcare options to support working families and reduce income inequality."
- Plans to "Invest in small businesses and entrepreneurial opportunities by providing access to capital and resources, supporting local economic development initiatives, and promoting job growth in emerging industries."
- Promises to "Secure federal funding to improve roads, water and sewage, bridges, and public transit systems, and expand high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities."
- Supports "Workforce Housing for working families, increasing funding for public housing programs, and implementing policies to prevent predatory lending and housing discrimination."
- Plans to "Increase federal funding for job training and reentry programs, and collaborate with local employers to create pathways for individuals to receive the necessary skills and credentials for in-demand jobs."
- Plans to "Increase food stamps for Seniors... and implement safeguards against elder abuse and financial exploitation."

Believes "Communities of color are disproportionately victimized by environmental hazards."

- Plans to address environmental injustices affecting communities of color by fighting for cleaner air and water to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities like asthma and lead poisoning.
- Believes "Communities of color are disproportionately victimized by environmental hazards."

Karen Rene' is originally from Selma, Alabama, and attended Alabama State University where she studied political science, followed by Atlanta Law School where she earned her law degree. Details about her family life, church attendance, and current residence are not provided in the information given.

Karen Rene' has served as the 2nd Vice President and Programs Director for the Atlanta NAACP and as State Director of the Georgia Working Families Party. She has a background in political science from Alabama State University and a law degree from Atlanta Law School. Rene' has also held positions as an elected City Council member and Mayor Pro Tem for the City of East Point.

Karen Rene' has served as an elected City Council member and later as Mayor Pro Tem for the City of East Point. She has also held the position of 2nd Vice President and Programs Director for the Atlanta NAACP and served as State Director of the Georgia Working Families Party. She is currently seeking election to represent the 13th District of Georgia as a Congressional Representative.

Karen Rene

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