Keisha Lance Bottoms Launches Campaign for Governor of Georgia, Focusing on Leadership for Working Families

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Keisha Lance Bottoms, the 60th Mayor of Atlanta, has officially launched her campaign for governor of Georgia, emphasizing the need for leadership that prioritizes working families and economic opportunities. In her campaign video, Bottoms recalls her grandmother's acts of love and care, highlighting the importance of a leader who has Georgians' backs. Bottoms has set forth key policy priorities, including expanding Medicaid, supporting Georgia's teachers, cracking down on corporate landlords, and promoting small business growth.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bottoms would make expanding Medicaid her top priority, covering nearly 300,000 uninsured residents and addressing rural hospital closures.
  • She would eliminate state income taxes for teachers and deliver pay raises to support Georgia educators and schools.
  • As governor, Bottoms would crack down on corporate landlords, helping families afford their homes and build wealth in their communities.
  • She would support small business growth across Georgia and create stronger pathways to college or career training for every child and adult learner.
  • Bottoms served as Mayor of Atlanta, delivering historic pay raises for police officers and firefighters, securing major investments in affordable housing, and balancing the budget.
  • She has lived in Georgia, working on behalf of working families like her own, and is running for governor to build opportunities for the state's residents.

Statistics:

  • Georgia is one of nine states that have not expanded Medicaid, potentially covering nearly 300,000 uninsured residents.
  • Bottoms would support Georgia educators and schools by eliminating state income taxes for teachers.
  • Almost 60% of Georgians (approx.) would benefit from Medicaid expansion, with an estimated 300,000 individuals gaining coverage.

Sources:

  • [Keisha Lance Bottoms' campaign website](https://www.keishalancebottoms.com/)
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