Endorsements

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Clayton County Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry

“This is Clayton County Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry, and I'm asking Clayton County voters to join me in voting for the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. Judge Carter is a resourceful and innovative member of our judiciary. She provides alternatives that benefit Clayton County. When she was first elected by us, she promised fair and impartial justice and not to be influenced by factions or interest groups. She kept her promises. It's time for us to keep her. Judge Carter was the most qualified then, and she is the most qualified now. The truth matters when administering justice. Join me on this Tuesday, May 19th and vote, Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. Thank you.”

Former Governor and Attorney Roy Barnes

“This is Former Governor and Attorney Roy Barnes. I was there in 2006 when attorneys from every side of the aisle came out in support of Superior Court Judge Geronda Carter. We did so because we knew she would be impartial, fair, and competent to do the job. She has consistently done what we knew she would. She was the most qualified then, and she's the most qualified now. Clayton County show up for Judge Geronda V. Carter because for 20 years she has shown up for you. Re-elect Judge Carter May 19^th.”

Clayton County Solicitor General Charles A. Brooks

“This is Clayton County Solicitor General Charles Brooks asking you to join me in endorsing the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. I was born and raised here in Clayton County, and the truth has always mattered to us. Truth is, Judge Carter has one of the highest case closure rates in Superior Court. Truth is, Judge Carter is an innovation pioneer that has created protocols to ensure effective and efficient resolution of cases. She is fair, impartial and thoughtful in her administration of justice. Join me in showing her she's a keeper. Let's go to the polls and stand with Judge Geronda V. Carter. See you at the polls.”

State Representative (75^th) Eric Bell

“This is your State Representative Eric Bell asking you to re-elect Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. She has the experience that matters and the history of being fair and impartial to everyone. Judge Carter has kept her promise to not compromise justice under the pressure of factions or interest groups or to show preference to one person over another. She doesn't legislate from the bench she leaves the creation of laws to me and my fellow members of the Clayton County delegation. I support Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter's re-election, and I'm asking you and your family to do the same.”

City Councilwoman (Forest Park) Delores Gunn

“I ask you to join me in support of the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. She has the judicial experience that matters and a track record of being fair, impartial and thoughtful in her administration of justice. Judge Carter did exactly what she said she would, she kept her promises, Forest Park it's time to keep her. Join me in showing up to vote for Judge Geronda V. Carter because for 20 years she has shown up for us.”

Lovejoy Mayor Marci Fluellyn

“I ask you to join me in support of the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. She has the judicial experience that matters and a track record of being fair, impartial and thoughtful in her administration of justice. Judge Carter did exactly what she said she would. She kept her promises. Citizens of Lovejoy it's time for us to keep her. Join me in showing up to vote for Judge Geronda V. Carter because she has shown up for us.”

Retired State Representative Roberta Abdul-Salaam

“This is retired State Representative calling to asking you to support the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. We first elected Judge Carter in 2006. She was the most qualified candidate then, and she is the most qualified candidate now. She has the judicial experience that matters and a track record of being fair, impartial and thoughtful in her administration of justice. Judge Carter did exactly what she said she would. She kept her promises; it's time to keep her.”

Retired State Representative (75^th) Mike Glanton, Sr

“This is retired State Legislator Mike Glanton, Sr. asking you for your support of the re-election Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. As a public servant, I had the privilege of collaborating on varies projects with Judge Carter. I have personally observed her unwavering dedication to the citizens of Clayton County. She serves with honor, commitment, dedication, and distinction. For those and a multitude of other reasons, I ask you to join me in endorsing the Honorable Judge Geronda V. Carter with your vote.”

State Representative (77^th) Rhonda Burnough

“This is State Representative Rhonda Burnough, and I would like for you to vote in the May 19th Primary. I agree that with nearly 20 years of judicial experience as a Superior Court Judge, Judge Geronda Carter's expertise is something we cannot afford to lose. Her committee to service has been recognized by varies organizations here in Clayton County. I am counting on you to re-elect Judge Geronda V. Carter.”

Retired US Army Major Senator Kenya Wicks

“This is Retired U.S. Army (Major) Senator Wicks asking you to support the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. She has the judicial experience that matters and a track record of being fair, impartial and thoughtful in her administration of justice. Clayton County the truth matters. Judge Carter did exactly what she said she would. She kept her promises; it's time to keep her. Join me in showing up to vote for Judge Geronda V. Carter because she shows up for us.”

State Representative (74^th) Robert Flournoy, Jr.

“This is State Representative Robert Flournoy, Jr. Representing Georgia's 74th house district, and I'm asking Clayton County voters to join me in voting for the re-election of Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter. When she was first elected by Clayton County voters, she promised fair and impartial justice and not to be impacted by factions or interest groups. She kept her promises. It's time for us to make sure she remains elected. She was the most qualified then and is the most qualified now. Vote for Superior Court Judge Geronda V. Carter.”

Attorney Renee Rockwell

“This is attorney Renee Rockwell asking Clayton County to consider things that matter and support Judge Geronda V. Carter’s re-election. Remember experience matters, integrity matters, competence matters, dedication matters, so does commitment, leadership, fairness and justice. But most important, Clayton County, your vote matters. Please show up for Judge Geronda V. Carter. Vote Judge Geronda Carter.”

Attorney Jackie “The Fly Lawyer” Patterson

“Today, I stand strong in support of Judge Geronda Carter for Superior Court of Clayton County. She is not only a trailblazer as the first black Superior Court Judge in Clayton County history, but she is also a jurist who embodies what justice is supposed to look like: fair, balanced and principled. I’ve had the privilege of appearing before Judge Carter and every time, I witnessed consistency. She is fair to the state and equally as fair to the defense. She listens, she evaluates, and more importantly, she decides based on the law and not emotion or pressure. She is tough when required but has compassion when warranted. That balance is rare and that balance is necessary. I ask you today, to support Judge Carter for four more years of justice, integrity, and fairness.”

Super Lawyer Dwight L. Thomas

“Superior Court Judge Geronda Carter is known to have one of the highest case closure rates in the Clayton County Judicial Circuit. She provides lawyers and our clients with multiple opportunities to resolve matters short of trial, and she encourages fair outcomes. I have been in this profession long enough to know that the experience that Judge Carter has is too valuable to lose. Let’s reelect Judge Carter to the Superior Court of Clayton County.”

Attorney Agis Bray

“Judge Geronda Carter is the definition of fairness; smart, compassionate, and tough when it counts. She made history as C layton County’s first black Superior Court Judge, and she’s still setting the standard for justice today. Let’s keep her leadership, integrity, and her trailblazing spirit moving forward.”

Attorney Bonnie Smith

“When I think about Judge Geronda Carter I think about her humanity. Judge Carter genuinely cares about the people who appear before her, and she treats them all with dignity and respect. She cares about the attorneys, victims, defendants and their families. Even when Judge Carter is making tough decisions, she remembers that her decisions affect the lives of real people, and she takes that to heart. Let’s keep that humanity, that heart, on Clayton County Superior Court.”

Attorney Evan Hansinger

“Starting as a law student and throughout my time as a practicing attorney, Judge Geronda Carter has exemplified fairness. She shows compassion when warranted but is tough when it is needed. Let’s keep her leadership, her acumen and her integrity moving forward.”

Attorney Katie Powers

“When I think about Judge Carter, I think about all of her experience and the wisdom that comes with it. Over the past 15 years, I’ve had the pleasure of appearing in front of Judge Carter and watching how she uses that wisdom to help everyone: from families, from victims, from defendants, from bailiffs to court personnel and attorneys. That wisdom and experience is invaluable to the fabric of our county and invaluable to the thousands of lives that she has touched.”

Willie G. Davis Jr., JD

“I’ve known Judge Geronda V. Carter since she was first elected to serve the citizens of Clayton County as a Superior Court Judge. I’ve had the opportunity to practice before her for many years. And I can tell you this - she is fair. She’s always prepared. She governs with integrity, and she makes sure that every voice in her courtroom is heard. This is not just important in the courtroom, but also in our community. So, I’m asking you to support Geronda Carter to be reelected Superior Court Judge.”

Chiquiti A. Dean, Retired Chief Probation Officer

“I was very proud when we elected Judge Geronda Carter the first black African American women to the bench in the Superior Court of Clayton County. I personally know her to be fair, intelligent, ethical, and provides equitable resolutions when dispensing justice. Most importantly, she brings a wealth of experience needed to get the job done. With that being said, let’s continue to benefit from her valuable, unmatched experience.”