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Nate Sanderson

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Nate Sanderson
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Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1976 - 1997

Contact

Nate Sanderson was a candidate for the at-large seat on the Muscogee County Board of Education in Georgia. He lost election against fellow newcomers Kia Chambers and Owen Ditchfield in the general election on May 20, 2014.

Biography

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Sanderson served in the U.S. Army from 1976 until his retirement in 1997. He also served as the president of the Columbus branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) prior to announcing his run for office. Sanderson and his wife have two adult children.[1]

Elections

2014

See also: Muscogee County School District elections (2014)

Nate Sanderson ran against Kia Chambers and Owen Ditchfield in the general election on May 20, 2014. At-large incumbent Cathy Williams did not file for re-election.

Results

Muscogee County School District, At-Large General Election, 4-year term, 2014
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Nonpartisan Green check mark transparent.pngKia Chambers 52.6% 12,306
     Nonpartisan Owen Ditchfield 30.8% 7,189
     Nonpartisan Nate Sanderson 16.6% 3,880
Total Votes 23,375
Source: Georgia Secretary of State, "UNOFFICIAL COUNTY RESULTS," May 20, 2014 These results are unofficial.

Funding

Sanderson reported $3,590.00 in contributions and $1,483.62 in expenditures to the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission, leaving his campaign with $2,106.38 prior to the election.[2]

Endorsements

Sanderson received no official endorsements in this election.

Campaign themes

2014

Ditchfield explained his themes for the 2014 campaign in an interview with the Ledger-Enquirer:

Should the school district divide into three regions -- east, west and central -- as proposed by the superintendent?

I am optimistic about several of Superintendent Lewis' proposals, and his proposed realignment of our district schools has great potential. Our community desperately needs to rid itself of the north/south divide perception, and I applaud Superintendent Lewis for taking a step toward eradicating north/south divide perception in our community. I think it is very important that the MCSB give the superintendent and his team the freedom to implement the district realignment while exercising oversight.

Should every school have the exact same resources?

I support Superintendent Lewis' recommendation for an equitable division of resources among district schools. I believe Superintendent Lewis' vision of Muscogee County School District being one of the best school districts in our nation is attainable. It will require selfless sacrifice from the entire community. The investment into our children's future is worth it and there will be a social and economic benefit of being one of the nation's top school district. It has the potential to enhance quality of life and our ability to attract new industry to our community.

Was the school board right to vote against then-superintendent Susan Andrews' appointments in May 2012?

The question is asking for a comment on a human resource management decision made by the MCSB. Often information is shared only on a need to know basis in HR matters. I was present the night of the vote. I personally watched the nominees for principal and their family members' disappointment at the MCSB decision that evening. And, if I were voting that evening I would have voted to confirm the nominees. There is a human factor in every vote and I do not think it was taken into consideration prior to the vote that evening.

If elected, will you support another special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST)?

I have two prerequisite in order to support a new SPLOST.

  • If and when it is determined that all current resources are being used effectively and efficiently.
  • If and when it can be determined that a new SPLOST can be linked to increased educational achievement goals by the MCSD. Otherwise, I will not support the continuation of the SPLOST. In addition, lower sales taxes have the potential to make Columbus a regional shopping hub and attract more industry to our community.

Should the school district open up the bidding process for law firms?

Yes, request for proposals are common business practice and must be encouraged. A competitive bidding process will create competition and afford the Muscogee County School Board greater options. As a member of the MCSB, one of the ways I will work to build greater trust, transparency and financial accountability is through a competitive bidding process.

[3]

Ledger-Enquirer, (2014)

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Recent news

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