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Marcus Flowers

DEMOCRAT

Marcus Flowers is running for Georgia US Representative, District 13, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

As of April 3, 2024, Marcus Flowers’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Professional background

Marcus Flowers is a former active duty member of the US Army and has over 20 years of experience working as a contractor or official for the State Department and Department of Defense.

Political background

Marcus Flowers' bid for Congress is his first entry into politics.

Economy

Wants to support small business growth, calling for reduced regulatory burdens on entrepreneurs and more federal resources to be available to small businesses.

Plans to utilize federal funds to expand high-speed internet in Georgia's 14th district to encourage educational opportunities, business growth, and telehealth access.

Said, "Our district must be a place where existing small businesses can thrive, and new small businesses want to be."

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Energy & the Environment

Supports transforming Georgia’s 14th district into a clean energy and green infrastructure manufacturing hub, creating skilled, well-paying jobs.

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Healthcare

Supports investment in job creation and training within the care economy, advocating for fair compensation for caregivers and affordable, quality care for the elderly, easing the burden on families.

Said "I will work to protect the right to choose, protect IVF treatments, and guarantee the right to contraception."

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Voting & Elections

Supports the For the People Act to prevent "dark money and foreign interests" from influencing elections.

Promises to not accept corporate PAC donations, saying "Elected officials should be accountable to the everyday American, not to corporate interests and the rich."

Said, "You can expect regular town halls that are open to the public, not just those donating to my campaign."

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Public Safety

As of March 19, 2024, Marcus Flowers’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Education

Wants to improve internet infrastructure within the district to ensure children have access to online education.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

Plans to enhance support for veterans by streamlining healthcare access, expediting claims, improving transition processes, and addressing mental health, homelessness, and job retraining challenges for a better post-service life in Georgia.

Said, "As a disabled Veteran, I’ve ... experienced first hand many of the issues veterans ... face. I believe we must honor the brave men and women who defend our country ... with our actions…"

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