DPG Statement on Otha Thornton, Democratic State School Superintendent Candidate

DPG Statement on Otha Thornton, Democratic State School Superintendent Candidate In response to Otha Thornton winning the Democratic race for State School Superintendent, Democratic Party of Georgia Chair DuBose Porter issues the following statement: “Otha Thornton will be a great State School Superintendent. Otha’s long history serving his country within education and his service overseas […]

Georgia Democrats Release TV Ad ‘Dreams’

GEORGIA – Today the Democratic Party of Georgia releases its first television ad of the general election cycle, an inspirational spot highlighting the big dreams and bold vision of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams. In Abrams’ own words, “Dreams” is the story of how she was raised, with parents who encouraged her to ‘dream big’ […]

DPG Statement on Carolyn Bourdeaux, U.S. Congressional Candidate

GEORGIA — In response to Carolyn Bourdeaux winning the Democratic race for U.S. Congress in Georgia’s District 7, Democratic Party of Georgia Chair DuBose Porter issues the following statement: “We want to congratulate Carolyn Bourdeaux on her successful campaign and express our thanks to David Kim for his hard work in District 7,” said Democratic […]

Statement on 28th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

Statement on 28th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act By: Vinny Olsziewski, Chair, Democratic Party of Georgia Disability Caucus Thursday, July 26, marks the 28th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  This landmark bipartisan legislation prohibits discrimination based on disability.   Since its passage, America have taken great strides forward, but there is still a long way […]

Freedom Day

On day 10 of the DNC’s “Our Values, Our Voice, Our Vote” Black History Month series, House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams shares a powerful personal story on why she votes every Election Day – and why everyone should.   FREEDOM DAY On January 23, 2014, an image of my father appeared on the front page of the Hattiesburg American, […]

Release: DPG Chairman Responds to News of Federal Subpoenas of State Ethics Commission Employees

Democratic Party of Georgia Chairman DuBose Porter Responds to News of Federal Subpoenas of State Ethics Commission Employees   Atlanta, GA –  Tonight, news broke that at least five high-ranking employees of  Georgia’s state ethics commission, including commission head Holly LaBerge, have received federal grand jury subpoenas for documents related to the alleged disappearance of […]

Release: Poll shows Carter path to victory

Polling data shows Jason Carter path to victory. Nathan Deal vulnerable, scores high negatives in job performance.   Atlanta, Georgia –  A poll commissioned by the Democratic Party of Georgia and the Democratic Governors Association shows a clear path to victory for Democratic candidate for Governor Jason Carter.   Polling shows that Georgia voters overwhelmingly […]

GA Dems Say Elected Officials Must be Held Accountable

Time for leaders in Washington to win back trust   Georgia Democrats expressed relief today with the halting of the federal government shutdown, but expressed displeasure in the accountability of Congress to conduct the people’s business.   “While the short-term deal reached Wednesday will delay permanent harm to the economy, the GOP obstructionists who engaged in brinksmanship […]