Linda Pritchett

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Linda Pritchett
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Democratic Party

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Last election

December 1, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

Saint Leo University, 2012

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Birthplace
New York, N.Y.
Religion
Christian
Profession
Paralegal
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Linda Pritchett (Democratic Party) ran in a special election to the Georgia State Senate to represent District 39. She lost in the special Democratic primary runoff on December 1, 2020.

Pritchett also ran for election to the Georgia State Senate to represent District 39. She lost in the Democratic primary on June 9, 2020.

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

Biography

Pritchett was born in New York, New York. She attended the University of Maryland and earned a bachelor's degree from Saint Leo University in 2012. Her career experience includes working as a paralegal. She has also worked as a legislative aide, legislative specialist, general agent of LBA, and as the owner of Dakota Logan Designers.[1]

Pritchett has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]

  • The Democratic Party of Georgia
  • The South Metro Democratic Women's Council
  • The Greater Old National Action Committee
  • The Latino Caucus of the Democratic Party of Georgia
  • The Next Level Boys Academy

Elections

2020

Special election

See also: Georgia state legislative special elections, 2020

A special Democratic primary election for Georgia State Senate District 39 was called for November 3, 2020. A primary runoff election was scheduled for December 1, 2020. The candidate filing deadline was September 4.[2]

The November 3 special Democratic primary for District 39 was called after incumbent candidate Nikema Williams (D) withdrew from the race after advancing from the regular Democratic primary held on June 9, 2020. She was chosen by the Democratic Party of Georgia to replace incumbent candidate John Lewis (D) on the general election ballot for Georgia's 5th Congressional District race after Lewis' death on July 17, 2020.[3]

Democratic primary runoff election

Special Democratic primary runoff for Georgia State Senate District 39

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Sonya Halpern
Sonya Halpern Candidate Connection
 
80.8
 
4,435
Image of Linda Pritchett
Linda Pritchett Candidate Connection
 
19.2
 
1,055

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 5,490
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Democratic primary election

Special Democratic primary for Georgia State Senate District 39

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Sonya Halpern
Sonya Halpern Candidate Connection
 
45.2
 
31,294
✔
Image of Linda Pritchett
Linda Pritchett Candidate Connection
 
25.4
 
17,573
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JoAnna Potts
 
15.5
 
10,751
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13.9
 
9,636

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 69,254
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Regular election

See also: Georgia State Senate elections, 2020

General election

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Georgia State Senate District 39

Incumbent Nikema Williams defeated Linda Pritchett in the Democratic primary for Georgia State Senate District 39 on June 9, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Nikema Williams
 
76.5
 
28,246
Image of Linda Pritchett
Linda Pritchett
 
23.5
 
8,662

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 36,908
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2018

See also: Georgia House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Georgia House of Representatives District 63

Incumbent Debra Bazemore won election in the general election for Georgia House of Representatives District 63 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Debra Bazemore
Debra Bazemore (D)
 
100.0
 
20,872

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 20,872
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 63

Incumbent Debra Bazemore defeated Linda Pritchett in the Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 63 on May 22, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Debra Bazemore
Debra Bazemore
 
58.7
 
3,342
Image of Linda Pritchett
Linda Pritchett
 
41.3
 
2,355

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 5,697
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2017

See also: Georgia state legislative special elections, 2017

A special election for the position of Georgia State Senate District 39 was held on November 7, 2017. Because no candidate received more than 50 percent of the vote, a special runoff election between the top-two candidates was held on December 5, 2017. It featured Democrats Nikema Williams and Linda Pritchett. Nikema Williams (D) won the runoff election with 51 percent of the vote.[4]

The candidate filing deadline was September 15.[5] The candidates who successfully qualified to run were Republican Nick Carlson and Democrats Elijah Tutt, Linda Pritchett, Marckeith DeJesus, and Nikema Williams.

The seat became vacant following Vincent Fort's (D) resignation in August 2017 to run for mayor of Atlanta.

Georgia State Senate, District 39, Runoff Election, 2017
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngNikema Williams 51.1% 11,522
     Democratic Linda Pritchett 48.9% 11,047
Total Votes 22,569
Source: Georgia Secretary of State


Georgia State Senate, District 39, Special Election, 2017
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngNikema Williams (advanced to runoff) 34.8% 9,208
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngLinda Pritchett (advanced to runoff) 31.5% 8,337
     Republican Nick Carlson 14.5% 3,840
     Democratic Marckeith DeJesus 10.9% 2,883
     Democratic Elijah Tutt 8.2% 2,178
Total Votes 26,446
Source: Georgia Secretary of State

2016

See also: Georgia House of Representatives elections, 2016

Elections for the Georgia House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on May 24, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 11, 2016. Incumbent Ronnie Mabra (D) did not seek re-election.

Debra Bazemore ran unopposed in the Georgia House of Representatives District 63 general election.[6][7]

Georgia House of Representatives, District 63 General Election, 2016
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Debra Bazemore  (unopposed) 100.00% 21,252
Total Votes 21,252
Source: Georgia Secretary of State


Debra Bazemore and Linda Pritchett defeated Jasmine Bowles, Kelli Hooper, and Kenneth Kincaid in the Georgia House of Representatives District 63 Democratic primary.[8][9]

Georgia House of Representatives, District 63 Democratic Primary, 2016
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Debra Bazemore 29.51% 1,221
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Linda Pritchett 24.78% 1,025
     Democratic Jasmine Bowles 17.72% 733
     Democratic Kelli Hooper 16.46% 681
     Democratic Kenneth Kincaid 11.53% 477
Total Votes 4,137


Debra Bazemore defeated Linda Pritchett in the Georgia House of Representatives District 63 Democratic Primary Runoff.[10]

Georgia House of Representatives, District 63 Democratic Primary Runoff, 2016
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Debra Bazemore 51.24% 1,237
     Democratic Linda Pritchett 48.76% 1,177
Total Votes 2,414

2012

See also: Georgia House of Representatives elections, 2012

Pritchett ran in the 2012 election for Georgia House of Representatives District 63. Pritchett was defeated by T.J. Copeland and Ronnie Mabra in the Democratic primary on July 31, 2012; the two will face off in a runoff on August 21. The general election took place on November 6, 2012.[11][12][13]

Georgia House of Representatives District 63 Democratic Primary, 2012
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.pngRonnie Mabra (advanced to runoff) 49.2% 3,050
Green check mark transparent.pngT.J. Copeland (advanced to runoff) 27.1% 1,681
Linda Pritchett 23.7% 1,467
Total Votes 6,198

Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Linda Pritchett completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Pritchett's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I am a mother and wife that resides in the City of South Fulton. Professionally, I hold a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and am a Certified Paralegal of over 15 years. Over the last 10 years, I have worked at the State Capitol as a legislative aide and community liaison for State Senator Donzella James and State Representative Sandra Scott. I have also worked for the City of South Fulton as a legislative specialist for a city council member. My involvement in the community has earned me President Barack Obama's Lifetime Achievement Award for Service. I have continued to run for this seat because we are facing urgent issues today that have been neglected for too long. I have been a voice for people when speaking at public comment in city council meetings, county commission meetings, or election board meetings. I am offering myself for public service because I feel I have a lot to offer in terms of experience and compassion. I am the only candidate in my race with relevant experience in working with government who is familiar with the legislative process and not beholden to any special interest groups or donors.
  • My actions speak louder than words. I've been involved and invested in my community through my active participation in civic engagement and community affairs.
  • We can no longer accept representation that does not yield results. We have not have any legislation passed in years which is a dis-service to the citizens.
  • We must address the issues that have caused many to lose their jobs and homes during this Covid-19 pandemic, and develop a solid legislative agenda to make sure unemployment claims are paid, people have resources, and that we help them stay in their homes.
Stabilizing our communities financially, livable wages, and criminal justice reform.
I look up to Kamala Harris, who I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with earlier this year. I am impressed with her from a legal professional standpoint and as a strong woman who has accomplished so much and is skillful in her trade. I would like to follow in her example of being disciplined to have become an attorney and then the State Attorney of California, then US Senator. To accomplish all of that, it takes consistency, focus, and the support of your peers and community. I have taken similar steps towards holding public office in my state and local area.
The Prince by Machiavelli.
Someone who takes time to listen to people's concerns. Many of the phone calls that I received while working at the capitol were resolved by just taking the time to listen to someone and acknowledge their issue. People want to have confidence in those who are elected to serve them, and want to know that you will be there for them when they call. People also want to know that you will follow through and be visible in your role. I intend to be visible and always make myself available to people.
I genuinely care about people and take the time to figure out how I can help solve problems. Being a paralegal has given me a lot of experience in solving legal matters, along with providing support to attorneys. It is important that an office holder is committed, knowledgeable, and has experience in working with people.
To introduce meaningful legislation that addresses current issues. To make sure money is appropriated in the budget to benefit those in my district and county, and and communicate and inform the constituents through newsletters and town hall meetings.
One of getting things done and caring about people. I want to be able to demonstrate how government can work to benefit people and hope I can make this state a better place for all Georgians.
The first historical event that I remember was when my aunt Celia Cruz was naturalized as a US Citizen. My aunt was a world wide entertainer and had fled Cuba on political asylum. It was exciting for me at 7 years old to watch her scream that she was American when she came home that day. Watching the plight of immigrants today, it was certainly a different experience than back then when immigrants were welcomed into our country.
My very first job was at Roy Rogers when I was 15 years old. I had it for about a year because I was still in high school. I started out cleaning bathrooms, mopping the floor, and custodial activities. Later on, I worked the register and dealt with customers directly. It was great to be able to do something productive with my time and earn money of my own. I look on that experience as having been very rewarding.
The Simarillion. This was the first book of the Lord of the Rings saga. It explains how everything started in the heavens and became earthly turmoil. This book reads very similar to the themes in the Bible. I truly cherish the memories of reading this book.
I can relate to Attorney Harvey Spector in the show Suits. He was extravagant and a brilliant legal mind, but always had an issue to resolve.
The Rhythm the Rebel by Public Enemy. I loved this song when it first came out as I was graduating high school. The song does not have curses, and it very powerful and uplifting hip-hop music with interesting instrumental sounds.
Dealing with people who are power hungry and disingenuous. I am very generous when it comes to my time and even resources, and people try to take advantage of that to benefit themselves. But, I make sure that I am doing what I am supposed to do, and place my confidence in God and knowing that my motives are sincere.
One is the population, the house has a smaller amount of voters which makes the senate more responsible for larger areas. The house deals with the appropriations of funds to agencies. The differences are few, but in the senate you have to work in conjunction with the house members to pass legislation and deal with issues collectively.
Absolutely. I believe that in any profession you enter, you should try to gain knowledge and relevant experience in order to do a good job. Many of the elected officials I know have volunteered in their communities or worked with a government entity of some form before being elected. Because politics involves the ability to work with people related to issues, it is very important that you elect someone who knows what they are doing and has relationships not only politically but with the stakeholders as well.
Getting over the partisanship hurdles which have been more polarizing than ever. People will continue to suffer when elected officials deprive people of resources like healthcare or liveable wages because of their party positions. We must look at the legislation presented in the light of how it will benefit the citizens and not us personally.
The Governor has a responsibility to all the citizens in the state not just to those in his party. The Governor should allow legislation to pass or be codified even if it did not come from his party. The Governor should also focus on making sure that the policies in the state not only benefit businesses and special interest groups, but the citizens. I am hoping that there will be improved relationships between the Governor and the legislative body.
Yes, in order to pass legislation you must build coalitions and have good working relationships with other legislators. I have seen legislation pass based on support and compromise. Over the years, I have relationships with legislators who ask for my assistance in dealing with community issues or in organizing events such as town hall meetings.
I was involved in redistricting 10 years ago, after the 2010 Census. Although, I offered public comment and many of the public hearings in the state to preserve the points of interest in my former district, we were cut out which placed me in this district now. I feel the process can be more fairly divided if an equal number of legislators from both parties were appointed to the reapportionment committee and are forced to work out fair maps for all districts.
I am currently a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys. I also chair the re-naming committee in the City of South Fulton. I serve as Secretary of the Latino Caucus of the Democratic Party of Georgia, and the chair of the platform committee for the Fulton County Democratic Committee. I am also a post seat holder for the Fulton County Democratic Committee.

The committees that I am interested in are the Judiciary Civil and Non Civil committees.
I would like to be on committees that I have experience in that area and can offer my expertise, if possible. I am also eager to learn about areas of law that I am not acquainted in.
For the past 8 years, I have served in the Democratic party, in leadership as a post seat holder, platform committee chair, and secretary of the Latino Caucus. I also served in an unexpired term as a State Committee Member.
Senator Donzella James, she has passed over 400 pieces of legislation and is very actively involved in her district.
No, I would like to see what I can accomplish in this seat. I don't look at this seat as a stepping stone to something else, I feel that we need stability and should have someone who is committed to getting things done.
There is a story where one of my neighbors who had a criminal past came to me to find out how to restore his civil rights. I assisted him and he registered to vote. A few years later, I was so delighted to find out that he was not only volunteering with the elections office, but working at our precinct as a poll worker.

When you take the time to help people move on from their past mistakes, and become productive citizens, it is amazing the things that can be accomplished.

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Noteworthy events

Arrest for first-degree burglary, criminal damage to property, and willful obstruction of law enforcement (2020)

On September 4, 2020, Pritchett was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree burglary, two counts of criminal damage to property, and one count of willful obstruction of law enforcement. According to authorities, she had moved back into a property from which she had been evicted.[14]

Pritchett sent WSB-TV the following statement, "You can let viewers know that regardless of what’s being reported the truth is we are locked out during COVID and prevented from getting all our belongings and our pet is in there and we don’t know his condition."[15]

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 23, 2020.
  2. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "SPECIAL DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY ELECTION SET FOR GEORGIA STATE SENATE DISTRICT 39," accessed September 4, 2020
  3. ↑ Atlanta Journal-Constitution, "Democrats tap Nikema Williams to replace John Lewis on November ballot," July 20, 2020
  4. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "Unofficial Results," accessed December 5, 2017
  5. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named GASOS
  6. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "Qualifying Candidate Information," accessed August 17, 2016
  7. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "General Election results," accessed November 23, 2016
  8. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "Qualifying Candidate Information," accessed March 13, 2016
  9. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "General primary results," accessed May 24, 2016
  10. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "General Primary and Nonpartisan General Runoff," accessed July 26, 2016
  11. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State Elections Division, "Candidate List," accessed May 29, 2012
  12. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, Unofficial Primary Election Results, accessed July 31, 2012
  13. ↑ Georgia Secretary of State, "General Primary/General Nonpartisan/Special Election July 31, 2012," accessed August 9, 2012
  14. ↑ The Telegraph, "Evicted state Senate hopeful charged with breaking into her old home, Georgia cops say," September 7, 2020
  15. ↑ WSB-TV, "Georgia senate candidate arrested for breaking into own home after eviction," September 7, 2020


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