Gary Richardson
Gary Richardson received his high school diploma from Butler High School and attended Georgia Southern University. His career experience includes working as a businessman and building a carwash chain.
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Taxes & budget: “Gary previously served on the Columbia County Board of Commissioners for 8 years and was elected by his colleagues to serve as Vice-Chair five times. On the Commission, he proudly voted to reduce taxes, fund law enforcement, and safeguard the traditional values that we hold dear.”
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Leonard Hennessy
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For me, it's always been about service: “I believe our path forward needs these things:”
(Campaign website) Economy, jobs & cost of living: “Targeted tax relief for essential service workers, retirees, and teachers; Water and resource management that prioritizes our rural communities, not industry; Economic incentives that deliver real local jobs and measurable benefits for taxpayers; Strong rural schools and better access to special education programs; Expanded healthcare access, including for those working multiple part-time jobs; Better access to essential services for veterans in rural areas;”
(Campaign website) Energy, environment & water: “Water and resource management that prioritizes our rural communities, not industry;”
(Campaign website) Health care: “I'm a widower and I know how illness can impact a family. Georgia's success should not just be a story of economic strength. It should be the story of quality of life.”
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