Fayette News, Rep. Mandisha A. Thomas to Qualify for Georgia’s Congressional 6th District

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Plans to amend Georgia's development authority laws to prevent governing authority members from chairing such entities and require local consent for property acquisition and projects within municipalities and school systems.

Sponsored a bill to amend Georgia's development authority laws to prevent governing authority members from chairing such entities and require local consent for property acquisition and projects within municipalities and school systems.

Plans to amend Georgia's consumer protection laws to classify certain rental property practices as unfair trade, addressing housing issues and repealing conflicting statutes.

Sponsored a bill on consumer protection laws to classify certain rental property practices as unfair trade, addressing housing issues and repealing conflicting statutes.

Said, "I am in support of the 2022 Infrastructure bill... I will work toward comprehensive policies aimed at addressing crucial issues that impact the well-being of our state and its residents."

Said, "I wish to highlight a crucial aspect of our state's well-being — the cultivation of agriculture and the support needed for our new farmers."

The candidate's website says, "A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 50-5-132 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to eligibility and procedures for certification of minority business enterprises... so as to provide for training regarding competitive bidding evaluation factors; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes."

The candidate's website says, "Commerce and trade; specify that certain conduct related to the rental of real property to be used as a dwelling shall constitute an unfair trade practice"

The candidate's website says, "Fair Businesses Practices Act; allow actions for violations to be brought in a representative capacity"

Supports amending Georgia's Fair Business Practices Act to permit representative lawsuits for violations, address related issues, ensure effective date and applicability, and repeal conflicting legislation.

The candidate's website says, "Property; landlords to provide residential tenants with a notice of tenants' rights and responsibilities; require"

The candidate's website says, "State government; competitive bidding evaluation factors; provide for training"

Supports amending Georgia's landlord-tenant law to mandate landlords give tenants a notice outlining their rights and responsibilities, addressing related issues, and repealing conflicting legislation.

The candidate's website says, "Create Good Paying Union Jobs: Supporting the creation of well-paying union jobs enhances job security and ensures that workers are adequately compensated for their contributions."

Supports the creation of well-paying union jobs to enhance job security and ensure that workers are adequately compensated.

The candidate's website says, "Hire Registered Apprentices: Promoting registered apprenticeships fosters skill development and provides individuals with valuable hands-on experience in various industries."

Promotes registered apprenticeships to foster skill development and provide individuals with hands-on experience in various industries.

The candidate's website says, "Livable Wage Housing: Implementing policies to address the affordability of housing is essential for ensuring that all residents have access to safe and secure living spaces."

Wants to address the affordability of housing to make sure all residents have access to safe and secure living spaces.

The candidate's website says, "Revitalize American Manufacturing: Supporting initiatives to revitalize American manufacturing contributes to economic resilience and the creation of stable job markets."

Supports initiatives to revitalize American manufacturing contributes to economic resilience and the creation of stable job markets."

The candidate's website says, "Advocating for Increased Support for New Farmers in Georgia"

Advocates for increased support for new farmers in Georgia.

- Supports the creation of well-paying union jobs to enhance job security and ensure that workers are adequately compensated.
- Promotes registered apprenticeships to foster skill development and provide individuals with hands-on experience in various industries.
- Wants to address the affordability of housing to make sure all residents have access to safe and secure living spaces.
- Supports initiatives to revitalize American manufacturing contributes to economic resilience and the creation of stable job markets."
- Advocates for increased support for new farmers in Georgia.

Economy

The candidate's website says, "Create Clean Energy Jobs: Investing in the clean energy sector not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also stimulates economic growth by creating employment opportunities."

The candidate's website says, "Lowering Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Taking steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is crucial for mitigating the impact of climate change and preserving our natural environment."

The candidate's website says, "EV Charging Stations: Supporting the widespread availability of electric vehicle charging stations encourages the adoption of environmentally friendly transportation options."

The candidate's website says, "A RESOLUTION supporting a state goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2050, the creation of thriving-wage green jobs, and an equitable clean energy transition; and for other purposes."

The candidate's website says, "She is the founder of the Georgia Environmental Justice Education and Awareness Symposium, the Apple Day Mobile Unit Health Fair of Georgia and the Georgia Green Thumb Awards. ... Rep. Thomas also has served on the boards of several organizations, including Market 166 Co-Op and Grocery Kitchen, ... and the South Fulton Food Policy Council."

The candidate's website says, "She is the founder of the Georgia Environmental Justice Education and Awareness Symposium... Rep. Thomas also has served on the boards of several organizations, including... the South Fulton Food Policy Council... and serves on the boards for Global Kingdom Academy, an agricultural based boarding school for boys, and the Fulton County Citizens Environmental Board."

The candidate's website says, "Attack Climate Crisis: Taking decisive actions to address the climate crisis is crucial for safeguarding our environment and the future of generations to come."

Believes it is important to take actions to address climate change, such as lowering greenhouse gas emissions

The candidate's website says, "Electric Cooperatives: Encouraging the development of electric cooperatives enhances community-based energy solutions and promotes local economic development."

Wants to encourage the development of electric cooperatives to create solutions and promotes local economic development and increase availability of electric vehicle charging stations 

The candidate's website says, "Rebates and Tax Incentives: Providing rebates and tax incentives serves as a positive reinforcement for individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable practices."

Supports rebates and tax incentives as way for individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable practices.

The candidate's website says, "A state goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2050; support"

Supports  state goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2050

The candidate's website says, "Lower Energy Cost: Exploring avenues to lower energy costs not only benefits households but also supports businesses and promotes economic growth."

The candidate's website says, "Exploring avenues to lower energy costs not only benefits households but also supports businesses and promotes economic growth."

- Believes it is important to take actions to address climate change, such as lowering greenhouse gas emissions
- Wants to encourage the development of electric cooperatives to create solutions and promotes local economic development and increase availability of electric vehicle charging stations 
- Supports rebates and tax incentives as way for individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable practices.
- Supports  state goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2050
- The candidate's website says, "Exploring avenues to lower energy costs not only benefits households but also supports businesses and promotes economic growth."

Energy & the Environment

The candidate's website says, "Assistance With Prescription Drug Cost: Advocating for measures to reduce the burden of prescription drug costs on individuals and families is essential for ensuring access to necessary medications."

Advocates to reduce prescription drug costs on individuals and families.

The candidate's website says, "Lower Healthcare Cost: Implementing policies that lead to more affordable healthcare will contribute to the overall well-being of Georgia's residents, making quality healthcare accessible to all."

Wants to implement policies for more affordable healthcare to contribute to the well-being of Georgia's residents and make healthcare accessible to all.

- Advocates to reduce prescription drug costs on individuals and families.
- Wants to implement policies for more affordable healthcare to contribute to the well-being of Georgia's residents and make healthcare accessible to all.

Healthcare

Said, "Honestly, 2 years as a term is very daunting. You're literally running every one year and 3 months. You're sworn in January, you finish out that year. You qualify again the next year in March. 15 months."

Supports a 4-year term limit for Representatives.

Said, "On the Congressional level I do feel as though you need at minimum 8 to 12 years in Congress to be able make an impact."

- Said, "Honestly, 2 years as a term is very daunting. You're literally running every one year and 3 months. You're sworn in January, you finish out that year. You qualify again the next year in March. 15 months."
- Supports a 4-year term limit for Representatives.
- Said, "On the Congressional level I do feel as though you need at minimum 8 to 12 years in Congress to be able make an impact."

Voting & Elections

As of March 19, 2024, Mandisha Ann-Marie Thomas’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

The candidate's website says, "an agricultural based boarding school for boys, and the Fulton County Citizens Environmental Board."

Dedicated to collaborating with US Secretary of Education to improve student achievement and prepare students for global competitiveness.

- Dedicated to collaborating with US Secretary of Education to improve student achievement and prepare students for global competitiveness.

Education

Foreign Policy and Immigration

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Said: "Access needs to be opened up to local governments and a new level of transparency is required in this new era of disinformation."

- Said: "Access needs to be opened up to local governments and a new level of transparency is required in this new era of disinformation."

Said, "New war fronts opening up around the world... We must fight to protect those freedoms that allow us to pursue life, liberty and happiness..."

Jerica Richardson

Said, "Yes! All of our products are made in the USA and union printed, unless specified otherwise on the product page!"

Said, "All of our products are made in the USA and union printed, unless specified otherwise on the product page!"

The candidate's website says, "Union made in the USA."

The candidate's website says, "Furthermore in America, we have severe problems with our aging roads, bridges, and communications infrastructure. Congresswoman McBath supports funding projects to bring our roads, airports, and transit into the 21st century."

Supports funding projects to improve roads, airports, and transit.

The candidate's website says, "The White House’s plan will create millions of jobs nation-wide, provide financial relief to families and working Americans, and revitalize Georgia’s aging infrastructure..."

Believes the White House’s plan will create millions of jobs nation-wide, provide financial relief to families and working Americans, and revitalize Georgia’s infrastructure.

- Supports funding projects to improve roads, airports, and transit.
- Believes the White House’s plan will create millions of jobs nation-wide, provide financial relief to families and working Americans, and revitalize Georgia’s infrastructure.

The candidate's website says, "President Biden has delivered a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation’s aging infrastructure. Congresswoman McBath has been an unwavering supporter of the President because our communities deserve access to safe drinking water, high-speed internet, and a cleaner environment….Read more."

The candidate's website says, "In Congress, she has been an unwavering ally of President Biden’s efforts to ... deliver urgently necessary investments to our nation’s green infrastructure, increase savings for American families shifting to clean energy, and ensure that the benefits of a cleaner environment are delivered equitably to all."

The candidate's website says, "President Biden has delivered a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation’s aging infrastructure. Congresswoman McBath has been an unwavering supporter of the President because our communities deserve access to safe drinking water, high-speed internet, and a cleaner environment."

The candidate's website says, "Climate change is an existential threat to our environment... Congresswoman McBath believes the science of climate change is conclusive and indisputable: humans are the principal cause of it and our planet is warming at an extremely alarming rate."

Believes the "science of climate change is conclusive and indisputable: humans are the principal cause of it and our planet is warming at an extremely alarming rate."

Supports President Biden’s efforts in investing in green infrastructure, increase savings for American families shifting to clean energy, and ensuring that the benefits of a cleaner environment are delivered equitable.

- Believes the "science of climate change is conclusive and indisputable: humans are the principal cause of it and our planet is warming at an extremely alarming rate."
- Supports President Biden’s efforts in investing in green infrastructure, increase savings for American families shifting to clean energy, and ensuring that the benefits of a cleaner environment are delivered equitable.

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman McBath understands the importance of affordable and quality healthcare... she opposed the G.O.P. plan to take away healthcare from thousands of Georgians by defunding Planned Parenthood…"

The candidate's website says, "Moreover, her tireless efforts in Congress sent the Centers for Disease Control additional pandemic related funding to protect the health of our entire communities."

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman McBath understands the importance of affordable and quality healthcare... she opposed the G.O.P. plan to take away healthcare from thousands of Georgians by defunding Planned Parenthood."

Opposed the plan to take away healthcare by defunding Planned Parenthood.

The candidate's website says, "Whether it is cancer screening, contraceptives, or family planning services, our communities deserve access to services that keep them and their families healthy."

Believes "Whether it is cancer screening, contraceptives, or family planning services, our communities deserve access to services that keep them and their families healthy."

Supports accessible, affordable healthcare, expanding ACA coverage, and ensuring no family must choose between healthcare and bills, influenced by personal health battles and family medical background.

Supports accessible, affordable healthcare, expanding ACA coverage, and ensuring no family must choose between healthcare and bills.

- Opposed the plan to take away healthcare by defunding Planned Parenthood.
- Believes "Whether it is cancer screening, contraceptives, or family planning services, our communities deserve access to services that keep them and their families healthy."
- Supports accessible, affordable healthcare, expanding ACA coverage, and ensuring no family must choose between healthcare and bills.

The candidate's website says, "The votes of our Members of Congress shape the lives of the folks back home... Congresswoman McBath opposes dark money in politics and her votes will always represent the will of her constituents."

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman McBath strongly disagrees with the Citizens United decision. Corporate interests have had a corrosive effect on our democracy, and she will support any legislation to increase transparency of our campaign finance system."

Said, "The Federal Election Commission (FEC) may require us to collect certain personal information from donors... the FEC requires us to collect (and disclose to them) the name, mailing address, occupation, and employer of all individuals whose donations to the Campaign exceed $200 per election cycle."

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman McBath strongly disagrees with the Citizens United decision. Corporate interests have had a corrosive effect on our democracy, and she will support any legislation to increase transparency of our campaign finance system… Read more."

Disagrees with the Citizens United decision as corporate interests have a negative effect on democracy.

- Disagrees with the Citizens United decision as corporate interests have a negative effect on democracy.

The candidate's website says, "Lucy knew that it was time to step up and run for Congress... She has since continued to advocate for common sense gun violence prevention to make our communities safer... Congresswoman McBath is proud to have sponsored gun safety legislation..."

The candidate's website says, "Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities and protect the rights and property of Campaign and others; and"

The candidate's website says, "She refuses to stop fighting until the threat of gun violence no longer permeates our communities."

The candidate's website says, "Following this tragedy, Lucy worked for Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America and Everytown for Gun Safety fighting tirelessly to change the laws that failed her family and so many others."

Supports gun control reform; motivated by Parkland shooting and inaction from leaders, including Trump, Lucy McBath ran for office, defeated an NRA-backed incumbent, and now serves in Congress, advocating for changes to gun laws.

Supports community safety reforms and advocates for gun violence prevention, following her son's murder, by collaborating with Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action, lobbying and speaking nationwide.

Supports bipartisan efforts to enhance public safety, including universal background checks, Red Flag Laws, and legislation to protect veterans, with a focus on safeguarding children and families from gun violence.

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman Lucy McBath’s son, Jordan Davis, was shot and killed in Jacksonville, Florida in 2012 in a senseless act of gun violence... Lucy decided she would dedicate the rest of her life to fighting for gun safety."

Stated, she would "dedicate the rest of her life to fighting for gun safety."

Sponsored gun safety legislation and supported several measures that were passed by the House.

- Supports bipartisan efforts to enhance public safety, including universal background checks, Red Flag Laws, and legislation to protect veterans, with a focus on safeguarding children and families from gun violence.
- Stated, she would "dedicate the rest of her life to fighting for gun safety."
- Sponsored gun safety legislation and supported several measures that were passed by the House.

The candidate's website says, "Education is an issue close to the Congresswoman’s heart... She created this foundation in Jordan’s honor to help students who might otherwise fall through the cracks."

The candidate's website says, "Congresswoman McBath has made lowering student debt a priority because it too often holds students and graduates back. She supports fully funding K-12 education and making public universities, vocational schools, and community colleges more affordable."

Supports fully funding K-12 education and making public universities, vocational schools, and community colleges more affordable.

- Supports fully funding K-12 education and making public universities, vocational schools, and community colleges more affordable.

Said, "Our intelligence, military, and diplomatic relationships are essential for American interests abroad."

Supports comprehensive immigration reform, empathizes with families fearing separation, advocates for humane border policies, and endorses extending support to DREAMers.

Supports comprehensive immigration reform, advocates for border policies, and endorses extending support to DREAMers.

Said, "I also support a common sense two state solution... But I am also deeply concerned that this administration does not have a comprehensive plan to move the peace process forward. The United States needs to act as an honest peace broker in Israel and the Middle East at-large... The White House’s actions to move unilaterally on major foreign policy decisions hurts our reputation and efforts to act as an arbiter in this immensely complicated issue."

Said, "Israelis and Palestinians alike deserve the right to self-determination. But I am also deeply concerned that this administration does not have a comprehensive plan to move the peace process forward. The United States needs to act as an honest peace broker in Israel and the Middle East at-large."

- Supports comprehensive immigration reform, advocates for border policies, and endorses extending support to DREAMers.
- Said, "Israelis and Palestinians alike deserve the right to self-determination. But I am also deeply concerned that this administration does not have a comprehensive plan to move the peace process forward. The United States needs to act as an honest peace broker in Israel and the Middle East at-large."

Lucy McBath

- Your US Representative represents the interests of your district in the US House of Representatives, the lower house of Congress. Georgia currently has 14 US Representatives.
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