Brenda Nelson-Porter

Brenda Nelson-Porter

Republican Party

Candidate, Lieutenant Governor of Georgia

Elections and appointments

Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

High school

Jones County High School

Associate

Gordon College, 1993

Graduate

American Intercontinental University, 2000

Ph.D

University of Phoenix, 2004

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Years of service

1987 - 1991

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps Reserve

Years of service

1992 - 2002

Personal

Birthplace

Georgia

Religion

Pentecostal

Profession

Researcher

Contact

Campaign website

Personal Facebook

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Personal LinkedIn

Brenda Nelson-Porter (Republican Party) is running for election for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

Nelson-Porter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Brenda Nelson-Porter was born in Macon, Georgia. She served in the United States Marine Corps from 1987 to 1991 and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1992 to 2002. She graduated from Jones County High School. She received an associate degree from Gordon College in 1993, a graduate degree from American InterContinental University in 2000, a Ph.D. from the University of Phoenix in 2004, and a doctoral degree in naturopathy in 2015.

Nelson-Porter's professional experience includes being a researcher. She has been affiliated with the International Standard Organization (ISO)-Research and Innovation Network, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), the National Association of Black Military Women (NABMW), the Journal of Women's Entrepreneurship and Education, the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW), the Georgia Republican Assembly (GRA), and the Coweta County GOP (Newnan).

Elections

2026

See also: Georgia lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2026

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia

The following candidates are running in the general election for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Josh McLaurin (D)
		Richard N. Wright (D)
		David Clark (R)
		Greg Dolezal (R)
		Steve Gooch (R)
		John Kennedy (R)
		Brenda Nelson-Porter (R)
		Blake Tillery (R)
		Jerry Timbs (R)

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2022

See also: Georgia Secretary of State election, 2022

General election

General election for Georgia Secretary of State

Incumbent Brad Raffensperger defeated Bee Nguyen, Ted Metz, and Brenda Nelson-Porter in the general election for Georgia Secretary of State on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Brad Raffensperger (R)	53.2	2,081,241
		Bee Nguyen (D)	44.0	1,719,922
		Ted Metz (L)	2.8	108,884
		Brenda Nelson-Porter (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	154

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,910,201
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Democratic primary runoff election

Democratic primary runoff for Georgia Secretary of State

Bee Nguyen defeated Dee Dawkins-Haigler in the Democratic primary runoff for Georgia Secretary of State on June 21, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bee Nguyen	77.0	198,511
		Dee Dawkins-Haigler	23.0	59,310

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 257,821
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Georgia Secretary of State

Bee Nguyen and Dee Dawkins-Haigler advanced to a runoff. They defeated Michael Owens, Floyd Griffin, and John Eaves in the Democratic primary for Georgia Secretary of State on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bee Nguyen	44.3	309,437
✔		Dee Dawkins-Haigler	18.7	130,278
		Michael Owens	16.4	114,621
		Floyd Griffin	10.8	75,423
		John Eaves	9.8	68,233

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 697,992
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Manswell Peterson (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Georgia Secretary of State

Incumbent Brad Raffensperger defeated Jody Hice, David Belle Isle, and Torri M. Hudson in the Republican primary for Georgia Secretary of State on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Brad Raffensperger	52.4	611,616
		Jody Hice	33.3	389,447
		David Belle Isle	8.8	103,272
		Torri M. Hudson	5.4	63,646

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,167,981
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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Brenda Nelson-Porter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nelson-Porter's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I Am A Former Candidate for Secretary of State

I Am A Technologist! I Really Enjoy Database Development! #SecuredOnes I Am A Researcher! Desire to Build Political Models Based On The Needs of the Citizens

I Am A Georgia Peach! Born and Raised Farming - Tomatoes, Sugar Cane, Watermelons, and Peanuts! #MyGenetics #Nutrition

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Caregiving Agencies Workforce Development
• Youth Transitional Development - Science Based
• Small Business Development - Work-Life Balance

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Home Health Agencies (Caregiver Skill-based Development)

Transportation Agencies (Transportation for The Disabled)
Higher Education Institutions (Skilled-based Knowledge, Accountability Research Liaisons)

Veteran Administration Systems (Patient Advocacy, Talent Management Issues, Genetic Testing)

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Jesus

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Managerial textbooks

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Being a Transformational, yet, a Visionary Leader!

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Passionate about research, making others aware of opportunities, and developing newsletters!

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Ensure accountability and awareness of public policies

What legacy would you like to leave?

Let the world know, "I tried" to help where I could!

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Visiting The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park as a youth

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

United States Marine Corps

What is your favorite book? Why?

Adulthood: Your Mythic Journey: Finding Meaning in Your Life Through Writing and Storytelling

Childhood: Where the Lilies Blooms tied with Helen Keller

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

n/a

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"I'll Be Missing You" by Diddy (Life Aint Always What It Seems To Be)

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

The successful completion of Law school

Tell us your favorite joke.

n/a

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

The Alumni Association Network (AAN)

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Accurate research and reporting to include fraud!

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2022

Brenda Nelson-Porter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nelson-Porter's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Professor, Dissertation Coach, and International Researcher Since 2004, Founder of the Alumni Association Network (AAN) in 2007; CLIA-Waived Laboratory Director Since 11/2020

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I Am A Technologist! I Really Enjoy Database Development! #SecuredOnes
• I Am A United States Marine! As a Technical Publication Librarian, The Library Passed The CG Inspection For The First Time! #FarEast
• I Am A Georgia Peach! Born and Raised Farming - Tomatoes, Sugar Cane, Watermelons, and Peanuts! #MyGenetics #LandSurvey

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Home Health Agencies (Natural Healthcare, Telehealth)

Transportation Agencies (Transportation for The Disabled)
Higher Education Institutions (Online Knowledge Exchange, Research and Reporting)

Veteran Administration Systems (Wellness, Benefits, Genetics)

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The Georgia Office of Secretary of State is more unique than other agencies because all Georgia governmental agencies employ Georgia State citizens who are more than likely to vote for their own governmental body, branching their perspectives via their VOICES to all private entities linked through legal partnerships subsequently interconnecting with the voices in their communities. Thus, the Office of Secretary of State is the nucleus of the VOICE for the State of Georgia!

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Jesus!

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Holy Bible!

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Being a Transformational, yet, a Visionary Leader!

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Love for databases, nature, and helping others!

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Securing all databases and files, organizing the various means so that citizens can caste their voices, and mapping to understand the flow of direct-voice channeling!

What legacy would you like to leave?

I let the world know, "I tried" to help where I could!

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

United States Marine Corps, 4 Years Active, 8 Years Reserves

What is your favorite book? Why?

Adulthood: Your Mythic Journey: Finding Meaning in Your Life Through Writing and Storytelling

Childhood: Where the Lilies Blooms tied with Helen Keller

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

n/a

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Got to Be Real (is what just came to mind)

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Just Understanding Why?

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

Securing all databases and files!

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Mapping

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No, but the holder needs to understand the nature of accessibility and information systems

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I hold a Masters of Information Technology (MIT) from the American InterContinental University (AIU)
I held a Confidential clearance in the United States Marine Corps

Tell us your favorite joke.

n/a

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