Matt Brass
Matt Brass was born and lives in Newnan, Georgia . He graduated from Newnan High School and then served in the U.S. Navy. He earned a bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of Georgia in 2002. Brass' career experience includes serving as a district field representative and chief of staff in the U.S. House of Representatives to Rep. Lynn Westmoreland. He has been a member of the Newnan Rotary. He is a former board member of the Coweta Community Foundation and the Newnan-Coweta Habitat for Humanity.
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Elections, voting & government reform: “Throughout my time in the Senate, I have been honored to serve a number of committees to represent our regional needs. As Chairman of the Reapportionment and Redistricting Committee, we work with state leadership to ensure sound policy for the betterment of our redistricting process.”
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Jermarkus Jacobs graduated from East Coweta High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University in 2026. His career experience includes working as a politician.
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Son of Newnan, Georgia: “"This is our moment to make the change, to make the future better off. It's up to us, we're the next generation. It's time for us to take that baton and run with it."”
(Campaign website) Priorities & campaign themes: ““I’m running because serving people has always been at the heart of who I am. Our community deserves leadership that listens, shows up, and works every day to make life better for the people of this district. ””
(Campaign website) Infrastructure & transportation: “Smart growth means developing our communities in a thoughtful, sustainable, and future-focused way. I support responsible technology use that improves infrastructure, expands digital access, and ensures innovation benefits everyone. By investing in modern solutions, we can create smarter cities while protecting our natural landscape.”
(Campaign website) Energy, environment & water: “Protecting our environment in District 6 is essential for the health and future of our communities. I support policies that conserve water, protect land, and promote sustainable use of our natural resources. By prioritizing environmental stewardship today, we can ensure a cleaner and healthier Georgia for future generations.”
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