Platform

When someone says that a transformation has occurred within a community, they ordinarily mean some sort of positive change. Unfortunately, throughout much of District 35 "the transformation" is far from positive. A politician did not have to tell me about the 20+ year regression in parts of our District - I have experienced it. I am not on the outside looking in. This is my community, too.

From my experience as a prosecutor for the City of Atlanta, I have been able to help clean up neighborhoods from criminal activity and various code violations. One case in particular resulted in twelve area banks donating its interest in an apartment complex to create affordable housing for seniors. As District 35's State Senator, I will continue to fight for effective legislation which does not rest itself on the backs of taxpayers.

Every move of progress starts with a solid foundation. There are no shortcuts to true success. The time is NOW for positive RESULTS. Join me in the business of getting things done.

Together, we are District 35. Communities That Thrive.

FIGHTING CRIME & KEEPING OUR COMMUNITIES SAFE

The Time is Now to:

• Introduce legislation to attract, retain and fully support law enforcement officers and personnel
• Support initiatives to promote increased law enforcement visibility to help serve as a deterrent to the current heightened criminal activity
• Support initiatives to foster better communication between various law enforcement agencies throughout the region

IMPROVING OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Time is Now to:

• Support additional pay increases for our educators
• Empower teachers and administrators with tax breaks and greater continuing education incentives
• Pursue funding to create better learning environments for our children

SOLID ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Time is Now to:

• Pursue significant incentives to attract new and retain established business owners
• Promote job training & development and support initiatives for greater job creation
• Support the elimination of the debilitating effects (economically and aesthetically), of empty building spaces