State House 130 Candidates with Karen Gordon, David Carson, & Sheila Clark Nelson
Local Matters PodcastShow Notes
Karen L. Gordon is a media entrepreneur, urban agriculture advocate, and community builder with over 20 years of experience in media, arts, and economic development. She is the Publisher of Urban Pro Weekly, highlighting Black business, politics, arts, and community issues in Augusta, Georgia, and Co-Founder/CEO of Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency, where she leads initiatives focused on food access, urban agriculture, and community development. Her work consistently centers on equity, cultural preservation, and community empowerment.
David Carson is a Navy veteran and cybersecurity professional running as the Republican candidate for Georgia House District 130. After eight years in the Navy, he became a cybersecurity instructor at Cyber Schoolhouse at Fort Eisenhower. His campaign focuses on holding data centers accountable for tax incentives and creating pathways for students and veterans to access high-tech careers.
Rep. Sheila C. Nelson is a longtime public servant, former postal leader, and current Georgia State Representative. A Richmond County graduate and medical lab technician by training, she spent 34 years with the U.S. Postal Service, often serving as the first African American Postmaster in several locations. Elected in 2016 as the first woman to represent her district, she remains active in community service, civic organizations, and church leadership.
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