DOUGLAS, GA (November 8, 2010) – State Sen. Greg Goggans (R- Douglas) will serve as the new Senate Republican Caucus Secretary for the 2011 General Assembly, one of the highest ranking positions in the chamber. Goggans was elected to this important leadership seat Friday by the State Senate Majority during the Republican caucus elections held in Macon. Continue reading “Goggans elected to Senate Republican Leadership”
Senate Republicans elect Staton new Majority Whip
MACON (November 8, 2010) – State Sen. Cecil Staton (R-Macon) will serve as the new Senate Majority Whip for the 2011 General Assembly, one of the highest ranking positions in the chamber. Staton was elected to this important leadership seat Friday by the State Senate Majority during the Republican caucus elections held in Macon. Continue reading “Senate Republicans elect Staton new Majority Whip”
A Citizenry Dependent on Government
By Chip Pearson
There is a startling number of Americans who rely on government services these days. Approximately one in eight people receives food stamps, totaling a record enrollment of more than 41 million recipients in July. Over 4.4 million people depend on welfare. Millions live in government housing, and even more will soon rely on government as their sole provider of health care. Where Americans used to look to their community, family or church for help, they now turn to the newest bureaucratic program. Continue reading “A Citizenry Dependent on Government”
Sen. James to Host Greater Old National Action Committee Meeting
ATLANTA (Nov. 5, 2010) – Sen. Donzella James (D-College Park) invites all local residents, community leaders and business owners to attend the monthly Greater Old National Action Committee (GONAC) meetings. The public is encouraged to attend and support the clean-up of Old National Highway. Continue reading “Sen. James to Host Greater Old National Action Committee Meeting”
Sen. James to Host “People Speak” Forums in Fulton County and Douglas County
ATLANTA (Nov. 4, 2010) – Sen. Donzella James (D-College Park) invites all local residents, community leaders and businesses to attend her “People Speaks” forums next week. The public is encouraged to share their input in preparation for the 2011 Legislative Session.
Fulton County constituents will have the opportunity to meet with James on Tuesday, Nov. 9. Department of Transportation Board members will be present to discuss transportation proposals for District 35.
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010
8:00 A.M.
WHERE: Atlanta Fulton County Library Southwest Branch
3665 Cascade Rd SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30331
On Saturday, Nov. 13, James will host another “People Speaks” forum for Douglas County citizens.
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010
11:00 A.M.
WHERE: St. Julian Episcopal Church
5400 Steward Mill Road
Douglasville, Georgia 30135
Sen. Donzella James represents the 35th Senate District which includes portions of Douglas and Fulton counties. She may be reached by phone at 404.463.1379 or by e-mail at donzella.james@senate.ga.gov.
ADVISORY
For Immediate Release:
November 4, 2010
For Information Contact:
Natalie Strong, Deputy Director
Katie Wright, Communications Associate
katie.wright@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028