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U.S. House District 8
2026 Georgia U.S. House — District 8 — General Election · November 3, 2026
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Contest: US House of Representatives - District 8 - Dem
Candidate: Kelly Esti
Party: Democratic
Votes: 23828
Result: majority or unopposed winner in the official primary
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FEC committee ID: C00912584
FEC committee name: DR. KELLY ESTI FOR CONGRESS INC
Published email: [email protected]
Published website: https://kellyesti4congress.com/
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Served as Legislative Aide to Senator Donzella James 2015 Legislative Session
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Served as Legislative Aide to Senator Donzella James 2015 Legislative Session
Served on the Coalition for South Fulton Now 2015 - 2017
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Served on the Coalition for South Fulton Now 2015 - 2017
Graduated as Salutatorian, demonstrating academic excellence through participation in Advanced Placement programs and maintaining superior academic standing throughout secondary education.
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Graduated as Salutatorian, demonstrating academic excellence through participation in Advanced Placement programs and maintaining superior academic standing throughout secondary education.
Served as a distinguished member of the U.S. Navy's nuclear program aboard the USS Henry M Jackson, achieving several notable distinctions as the first and only Black Nuclear Operator during my service period on the vessel.
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Served as a distinguished member of the U.S. Navy's nuclear program aboard the USS Henry M Jackson, achieving several notable distinctions as the first and only Black Nuclear Operator during my service period on the vessel.
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As CFO, BroTagz has expanded its footprint in the embroidery industry with small business, social organization
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As CFO, BroTagz has expanded its footprint in the embroidery industry with small business, social organization
Expanded organizational influence in state legislature
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Expanded organizational influence in state legislature
PUBLIC POLICY & POLICY ANALYSIS | WALDEN UNIVERSITY | 2018
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PUBLIC POLICY & POLICY ANALYSIS | WALDEN UNIVERSITY | 2018
My own education journey has shown me how powerful learning can be. From my early school years in the South to earning my PhD, I’ve experienced firsthand how access to strong schools, supportive teachers, and affordable education programs can open doors. Many people in the district are on similar paths, whether they’re earning certifications, learning English, updating job skills, or changing careers to support their families.
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My own education journey has shown me how powerful learning can be. From my early school years in the South to earning my PhD, I’ve experienced firsthand how access to strong schools, supportive teachers, and affordable education programs can open doors. Many people in the district are on similar paths, whether they’re earning certifications, learning English, updating job skills, or changing careers to support their families.
Some parts of our district still deal with aging power grids, water systems, or limited access to modern energy options. As renewable energy, like solar and wind, becomes more affordable nationwide, communities should have the option to explore these alternatives if they believe they will reduce long‑term costs.
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Some parts of our district still deal with aging power grids, water systems, or limited access to modern energy options. As renewable energy, like solar and wind, becomes more affordable nationwide, communities should have the option to explore these alternatives if they believe they will reduce long‑term costs.
As your congressman, my role is to strengthen federal health programs, support funding for rural clinics and hospitals, and work with agencies to improve access to essential services throughout the district.
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As your congressman, my role is to strengthen federal health programs, support funding for rural clinics and hospitals, and work with agencies to improve access to essential services throughout the district.
Civil rights and personal freedoms aren’t just concepts, they show up in real‑life situations like applying for housing, accessing public services, interacting with law enforcement, or navigating government paperwork. My experience in planning, zoning, and community advocacy has shown me how rules, if not carefully overseen, can create unequal outcomes for different groups of people.
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Civil rights and personal freedoms aren’t just concepts, they show up in real‑life situations like applying for housing, accessing public services, interacting with law enforcement, or navigating government paperwork. My experience in planning, zoning, and community advocacy has shown me how rules, if not carefully overseen, can create unequal outcomes for different groups of people.
Our district has about 326,000 workers, and major job sectors include office support, sales, management, manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Even though median income is $60,479, about 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
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Our district has about 326,000 workers, and major job sectors include office support, sales, management, manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Even though median income is $60,479, about 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
Veterans in our district rely on federal programs like VA health care, disability benefits, education support, and housing assistance. Access to these services can vary depending on where someone lives, especially in rural communities where medical facilities and transportation options may be limited. Ensuring that veterans in every part of the district can reach the care and resources they earned is an important responsibility.
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Veterans in our district rely on federal programs like VA health care, disability benefits, education support, and housing assistance. Access to these services can vary depending on where someone lives, especially in rural communities where medical facilities and transportation options may be limited. Ensuring that veterans in every part of the district can reach the care and resources they earned is an important responsibility.
Collaborated with Atlanta Chamber of Commerce on policy initiatives
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Collaborated with Atlanta Chamber of Commerce on policy initiatives
Education isn’t only about K–12. It’s a lifelong tool that helps people grow and adapt, especially in a district where major industries like health care, retail, and manufacturing all rely on a skilled workforce. When people can afford to learn new skills, it strengthens families and supports long‑term economic stability across the region.
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Education isn’t only about K–12. It’s a lifelong tool that helps people grow and adapt, especially in a district where major industries like health care, retail, and manufacturing all rely on a skilled workforce. When people can afford to learn new skills, it strengthens families and supports long‑term economic stability across the region.
As your congressman, my job is to secure federal funding for transportation and broadband projects and support local leaders as they choose the solutions that fit their community best.
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As your congressman, my job is to secure federal funding for transportation and broadband projects and support local leaders as they choose the solutions that fit their community best.
Many workers face unpredictable schedules, low wages, unsafe conditions, or limited access to benefits. Supporting strong worker rights isn’t just about fairness—it’s about building a stable economy where families can plan for the future.
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Many workers face unpredictable schedules, low wages, unsafe conditions, or limited access to benefits. Supporting strong worker rights isn’t just about fairness—it’s about building a stable economy where families can plan for the future.
As your congressman, my role is to support federal programs that expand access to education, push for funding that keeps learning affordable, and make sure our district has a real voice in national decisions about schools and workforce development.
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As your congressman, my role is to support federal programs that expand access to education, push for funding that keeps learning affordable, and make sure our district has a real voice in national decisions about schools and workforce development.
As your congressman, my role is to support federal labor standards, work with agencies to enforce workplace protections, and make sure economic policies reflect the needs of both workers and employers in our district.
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As your congressman, my role is to support federal labor standards, work with agencies to enforce workplace protections, and make sure economic policies reflect the needs of both workers and employers in our district.
As a member of Congress, part of my job would be to oversee the federal agencies that support veterans and military communities. That includes monitoring how programs are delivered, identifying gaps in access, and making sure national policies reflect the needs of a district with a large and active military presence. My goal is to ensure that service members, veterans, and their families receive the support they have earned through their service.
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As a member of Congress, part of my job would be to oversee the federal agencies that support veterans and military communities. That includes monitoring how programs are delivered, identifying gaps in access, and making sure national policies reflect the needs of a district with a large and active military presence. My goal is to ensure that service members, veterans, and their families receive the support they have earned through their service.
When workers feel secure, the entire community benefits.
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When workers feel secure, the entire community benefits.
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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026.
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Candidate ID: H6GA08138
Name: ESTI, KELLY DR
Office: House
State: GA
District: 08
Coverage start: 2026-01-01
Coverage end: 2026-06-30
Total receipts: $19342.58
Total disbursements: $24002.84
Cash on hand: $1687.58
Debts owed by committee: $0.00
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