JaMelle Hill

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JaMelle Hill

Independent

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 3, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

Howard University, 2004

Graduate

Mercer University, 2015

Personal

Birthplace

Macon-Bibb County, Ga.

Profession

Program coordinator

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JaMelle Hill (independent) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. She lost as a write-in in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Hill completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

JaMelle Hill was born in Macon, Georgia. She earned a bachelor's degree from Howard University in 2004 and a master's degree from Mercer University in 2015. Hill's career experience includes working as a WOIA program coordinator and career facilitator, a small business owner, and a board member for a nonprofit.

Elections

2020

See also: Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020

Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 9 Republican primary)

Georgia's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020 (June 9 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Georgia District 2

Incumbent Sanford Bishop Jr. defeated Donald Cole and JaMelle Hill in the general election for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sanford Bishop Jr. (D)	59.1	161,397
		Donald Cole (R)	40.9	111,620
		JaMelle Hill (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	17

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 273,034
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2

Incumbent Sanford Bishop Jr. advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on June 9, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sanford Bishop Jr.	100.0	82,962

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2

Donald Cole defeated Vivian Childs in the Republican primary for U.S. House Georgia District 2 on June 9, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Donald Cole	53.4	23,528
		Vivian Childs	46.6	20,522

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 44,050
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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JaMelle Hill completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hill'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.

My name is JaMelle Hill, I am a working class mother who was born and raised in Middle Georgia. I wasn't born into a wealthy, powerful family and didn't allow socioeconomic disparity to determine my success in life.

Like you I am hard-working for my family and community; want good schools for our children; support better pay for our teachers healthcare and other essential workers; believe in an affordable healthcare system; and will continue to actively support good jobs for every citizen in every county of District 2.

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?

• We, the people, have the power!
• No second class citizens means livable wages.
• Education, Health, & Justice Reform

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I believe that we must take a wholistic approach when addressing issues through public policy. Through the utilization of science and technology we will continue to make educated and informed decisions that guide public policy and achieve desired outcomes.

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

I look up to my grandmother, Mrs. Birdie "Bertha" Hill.
She is the epitome of courage, strength and grace. It is important that not matter the obstacles in life, one must find the courage and strength to move forward with grace.

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

Transparency, honor, and courage.

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

My first job was as a waitress at New Perry Hotel in Perry, Georgia. Three generations of my family have worked there.

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

Amazing Grace.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The House has the power to give every American a chance at achieving the American dream through the introduction of legislation that supports our communities, builds our infrastructure and military, while ensuring citizens have access to gainful emplpunnet.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe it is most beneficial for representatives to make decisions that benefit their constituents. This is achieved by being educated, informed and capable of critical thinking.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

There is power in unity! When we come together as Americans, our country shows its strength and might. That is what we must achieve over the next decade. Our communities will grow and families will thrive.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

The most memorable story was that of a woman who moved away and returned after several years to see no viable change.

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Footnotes

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Georgia's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Jon Ossoff (D)

Raphael Warnock (D)

Representatives

District 1

Earl Carter (R)

District 2

Sanford Bishop (D)

District 3

Brian Jack (R)

District 4

Hank Johnson (D)

District 5

Nikema Williams (D)

District 6

Lucy McBath (D)

District 7

Rich McCormick (R)

District 8

Austin Scott (R)

District 9

Andrew Clyde (R)

District 10

Mike Collins (R)

District 11

Barry Loudermilk (R)

District 12

Rick Allen (R)

District 13

David Scott (D)

District 14

Marjorie Greene (R)

Republican Party (9)

Democratic Party (7)