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Nikki Merritt

Nikki Merritt is running for State Senate.

Economy

Unemployment is high, wages are stagnant, and small businesses are struggling to remain viable

Will fight to preserve the essential services that are lifelines for working and low-income families who struggle daily to make ends meet

Fight to expand unions in Georgia so that working families are protected

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Education

Public education is the foundation of a thriving economy and an engaged citizenry

Fully fund our K-12 schools

Make post-secondary education affordable for all of Georgia’s students, including protecting the HOPE Scholarship

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Healthcare

Expand Medicaid and provide access to quality, affordable healthcare for all Georgians

Support efforts to extend healthcare coverage for new moms and programs to boost maternal care

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Voting & Elections

Georgia has history of voter suppression and insecure elections

Will strengthen our voter protections while working to make voting easier for everyone

Support legislation that would create an independent, nonpartisan redistricting commission that would end partisan gerrymandering

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Will fight for job-creating investments in roads, transportation solutions, and other essential infrastructure to strengthen our economy for years to come

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Environment

Push for policies that preserve Georgia’s beauty while also strengthening our economies, like incentives for alternative energy solutions and telework options that get cars off the road

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Civil Rights

Racism and discrimination is still a problem in our state, not just for African Americans, but also for religious, sexual, and other racial and ethnic groups

Georgia is one of only three states that does not have a civil rights bill providing legal protections in employment and public accommodations against discrimination

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Public Safety

Make changes to public safety and the use of excessive force

Propose comprehensive solutions to end police brutality and racial targeting by law enforcement in our state

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