2026 Georgia General Election

2026 Georgia Primary Election

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Jake Golden IV is from Columbus, Ohio. He has a bachelor's degree from Valdosta State University, a master's degree from Troy University, and an educational doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. He has a daughter and is the pastor of Concord Baptist Church in Woodland, Georgia.

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Columbus-born, Dr. Jake Golden, IV announces his running ... - Yahoo

Jake Golden IV has a bachelor's degree from Valdosta State University, a master's degree from Troy University, and an educational doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. He is a father and the pastor of Concord Baptist Church in Woodland, Georgia.

Jake is a principal at Phenix City Elementary School. He previously worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Phoenix-Columbus campus and Argosy University Online Graduate Program. He also has over 15 years of experience as a life, football, wrestling, business, and track coach. Jake is the founder of Sigma 7, a nonprofit philanthropic organization that focuses on youth development. He also serves as a pastor at The Concord Baptist Church of Woodland, Georgia. He is a published author.

Columbus-born, Dr. Jake Golden, IV announces his running ... - WRBL

Jake is a principal at Phenix City Elementary School. He previously worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Phoenix-Columbus campus and Argosy University Online Graduate Program. He also has over 15 years of experience as a life, football, wrestling, business, and track coach. He is also the founder of Sigma 7, a nonprofit philanthropic organization that focuses on youth development.

Dr. Jake Golden IV announced his candidacy for the Columbus City Council District 3 seat.

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Supports stormwater solutions to improve public services.

Wants to implement stormwater solutions to improve public services.

- Wants to implement stormwater solutions to improve public services.

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Supports investing in better street lighting to enhance safety and reduce crime.

Advocates for investing in better street lighting to enhance safety and reduce crime.

- Advocates for investing in better street lighting to enhance safety and reduce crime.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of March 11, 2026, Jake Golden IV did not have a website or any information online.

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Jake Golden IV

As of March 11, 2026, Jake Golden IV’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Sherrie Aaron is from Oakland, California.

Sherrie Aaron launches bid for Columbus City Council District 3

Sherrie Aaron is from Oakland, California and currently lives in Columbus, Georgia. 

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Sherrie served in the U.S. Army. She has previously worked as a realtor and the assistant manager at Cover Me Gorgeous. 

Sherrie previously ran for Columbus city council member in 2026 but did not win.

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Sherrie previously ran for Muscogee County School Board in 2020, but did not win.

Supports policies that help entrepreneurs, attract investment, and create economic growth opportunities.

- Supports policies that help entrepreneurs, attract investment, and create economic growth opportunities.

Advocates for increased youth development and mentorship.

- Advocates for increased youth development and mentorship.

As of March 11, 2026, Sherrie Aaron’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports collaboration with law enforcement and community leaders to enhance public safety and community relationships.

- Supports collaboration with law enforcement and community leaders to enhance public safety and community relationships.

Supports infrastructure improvements, neighborhood investment, and responsible growth.

- Supports infrastructure improvements, neighborhood investment, and responsible growth.

Sherrie Aaron

Sherrie served in the U.S. Army. She has previously worked as a realtor. 

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Sherrie Aaron's campaign for Columbus City Council member, District 3, is her first run for public office.

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Zachary Lee owns his own production company.

Supports expanding opportunities that help families thrive.

- Supports expanding opportunities that help families thrive.

Focused on improving youth services and upgrading community centers.

Thinks District 3 deserves fair investment, well-maintained facilities, and more options that improve everyday quality of life.

- Focused on improving youth services and upgrading community centers.
- Thinks District 3 deserves fair investment, well-maintained facilities, and more options that improve everyday quality of life.

As of March 11, 2026, Zachary Lee’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes safer neighborhoods start with better lighting, cleaner streets, improved infrastructure, and real partnership between residents and city services.

- Believes safer neighborhoods start with better lighting, cleaner streets, improved infrastructure, and real partnership between residents and city services.

Zachary Lee

- Focused on improving youth services, upgrading community centers, and expanding opportunities that help families thrive.
- Thinks District 3 deserves fair investment, well-maintained facilities, and more options that improve everyday quality of life.

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 

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