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Susie Greenberg
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Susie Greenberg (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Georgia House of Representatives to represent District 53. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Greenberg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Susie Greenberg was born in Chicago, Illinois. She earned a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University in 1987 and a law degree from Northwestern University in 1990. Her career experience includes working in advocacy. She worked as a commercial litigation associate at Levenfeld, Eisenberg, Janger, Glassberg, Samotny, and Halpern from September 1991 to December 1994. She co-founded Campus Concierge Services, LLC (2019–2023) and We're Ready, LLC (2020–2021).[1]
Greenberg has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]
- National Council of Jewish Women, Atlanta
- Jewish Democratic Women's Salon, Atlanta
- Clark Howard's Consumer Action Center
- Sandy Springs Educational Force
- Planned Parenthood Southeast
- Riverwood International Charter School Foundation
Elections
2024
See also: Georgia House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Georgia House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Deborah Silcox defeated Susie Greenberg in the general election for Georgia House of Representatives District 53 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Deborah Silcox (R) | 51.9 | 18,277 |
 | Susie Greenberg (D)  | 48.1 | 16,926 | |
| Total votes: 35,203 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 53
Susie Greenberg advanced from the Democratic primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 53 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Susie Greenberg | 100.0 | 3,262 |
| Total votes: 3,262 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 53
Incumbent Deborah Silcox advanced from the Republican primary for Georgia House of Representatives District 53 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Deborah Silcox | 100.0 | 2,504 |
| Total votes: 2,504 | |||
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Susie Greenberg completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Greenberg'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 the mother of four adult children, a community volunteer, an advocate, an attorney, and a small business owner. In 1996, my husband, Marc, and I moved to the Buckhead/Sandy Springs area with our small children and a determination to build strong and deep connections in this community. Over the course of the past 28 years, I have developed the knowledge, skills, perspective, and passion to be a highly effective representative for the people of HD 53. Whether as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for foster children, a volunteer college counselor for Sandy Springs Education Force, or a leader at my synagogue, I have committed my life to advocating for those most in need. As a breast cancer survivor, I know firsthand the challenge of dealing with a health crisis. I have never backed away from a challenge and look forward to putting my skills to work in the Georgia State House to make a real difference in people’s lives.
- I am running to make Georgia a place where every family can thrive, with accessible healthcare and a safe, supportive community where hard work pays off for everyone. I will stand up, speak up, and show up to restore and protect reproductive rights in Georgia. As a mother of four, breast cancer survivor and former Planned Parenthood Southeast board member, I understand the importance of healthcare decisions being made by women and their doctors, not politicians. I oppose Georgia’s draconian abortion ban and am committed to restoring reproductive freedoms, protecting IVF, contraception and abortion rights. Reproductive choice extends beyond abortion access; it includes quality daycare, affordable healthcare, and family decision-making.
- As a mother whose son was robbed at gunpoint, I am deeply committed to reducing crime and enhancing gun safety. I will work tirelessly with local law enforcement to get illegal guns off our streets and ensure our neighborhoods are secure. I will support common-sense measures like safe storage, expanded background checks, and red flag laws to keep illegal guns off our streets. I am proud to have received an "F" rating by the NRA for my positions on common-sense gun reform and protecting Georgia's children from the number one cause of their deaths in our state - firearms.
- I will strongly advocate for closing the coverage gap to ensure all Georgians can access quality healthcare. I recognize the devastating consequences of our state's refusal to accept billions in federal funding, which has left over 473,000 Georgians uninsured and caused hospitals, including Atlanta Medical Center, to close. Through my extensive community work, I have witnessed firsthand the harmful effects of inadequate healthcare on children and families. I commit to reversing these failures by fighting to keep hospitals open, reducing healthcare costs, and making quality care accessible and affordable for every Georgian.
As a breast cancer survivor, I am passionate about the need to provide quality, affordable healthcare to the people of Georgia. As the mother of two adult daughters, I am passionate about restoring and protecting reproductive rights in our state. And, as the mother of a son who was held up at gunpoint, I am passionate about enacting common-sense gun reform policies in Georgia to keep illegal guns off our streets and out of the hands of children.
As a Jewish woman, I am deeply committed to the values of Tikkun Olam—repairing the world—and Tzedek—pursuing justice. These guiding principles, passed down from my grandparents who fled persecution in Eastern Europe, drive my dedication to creating policies that protect and uplift every member of our community.
The ideal relationship between a governor and his/her state’s legislature is one where there is mutual respect. Honest, open communication between the governor’s office and the state legislature is essential. A cordial and cooperative relationship signals to the people of Georgia, and companies that may move here to create good-paying jobs, that this is a place where serious people lead without pettiness. As the state constitution says, the branches are forever separate and distinct. They are checks upon each other, but the General Assembly, as the branch closest to the people, is the final law-making body. It is an awesome responsibility.
We must manage our growth better lest Georgia’s economic success choke the state’s quality of life, particularly in metro Atlanta. I also fear that Republican Party rule in Georgia has empowered political extremists, and that we will see their ideas continue to advance in government. This is particularly concerning as it relates to changes in voting laws and the recent actions taken by political appointees serving on Georgia’s State Election Board.
It is helpful to have former local elected officials, teachers, police officers, and other government workers in the legislature, but what’s most important is a strong mixture of people from all walks of life who can represent their constituents with integrity and authenticity. This is a body of the people, and it should reflect its people.
Absolutely. It’s important for legislators to establish relationships with one another in order to see past mere labels and be able to relate on a personal level, founded on mutual respect. It’s important to assume good intentions as much as possible, to talk, and to break bread together. We are all Georgians, and we must find common ground to move forward.
The late Congressman John Lewis for his determination to always stand up, speak up, and show up for the causes he believed in.
No. My only ambition is to serve the 53rd District with dedication and to focus on doing that job to the utmost of my ability. Today has enough challenges of its own!
The story of 31-year-old Amber Thurman, a Georgia woman experiencing abdominal pain who went to see her doctor and, to her surprise, found out she was more than six weeks pregnant. Due to Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban, her doctor could do nothing to help her unless she was bleeding internally or in “imminent danger.” She was sent home from the E.R., where she lay in her bed for three days in pain, and when her temperature rose to a dangerously high level, she returned to the E.R. and finally received a D&C after the hospital board approved it. Unfortunately, due to the amount of time it took to receive the procedure, she was already septic. Tragically, she passed away due to sepsis, which could have been prevented had she received what had been the standard of care before Georgia’s abortion ban was enacted after the reversal of Roe v. Wade in 2022.
Most emergency powers are rightly vested with the governor, but I do believe the General Assembly has important oversight duties as well as the ability to call itself into session and pass laws limiting the governor's authority if needed.
I would introduce a bill to codify reproductive freedom rights in Georgia.
U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff; Moms Demand Action; Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates; Georgia Win List; Emily's List; Her Term; Red Clay Democrats; Jewish Democratic Women's Salon Atlanta; Georgia Equality; Fair Fight; The First Ask; Everytown for Gun Safety; Her Bold Move; Human Rights Campaign PAC; CASA in Action; Atlanta-North Georgia Labor Council; Reproductive Freedom for All; Georgia Association of Educators; Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee; Progressive Turnout Project; GA Majority for Gun Safety; Georgia Conservation Voters; Greater Than; AFL-CIO; Georgia House Democrats; Climate Cabinet; United Campus Workers
The Georgia State House has more than 40 committees, and a freshman from the minority party will no doubt have limited choices. But standing up for reproductive freedom is so important right now. I’d like to be on the Health Committee. The education committees are hugely important as we fight for strong policy and fair funding. Transportation will always be an important issue in my district, as will economic development. Whatever committees I’m assigned, I will attack those issues, learn them well, and vigorously represent my district.
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Campaign finance summary
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2024 Elections
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Footnotes
Current members of the Georgia House of Representatives
Leadership
Minority Leader:Carolyn Hugley
Representatives
District 1
Mike Cameron (R)
District 2
Steve Tarvin (R)
District 3
Mitchell Horner (R)
District 4
Kasey Carpenter (R)
District 5
Matt Barton (R)
District 6
Jason Ridley (R)
District 7
Johnny Chastain (R)
District 8
Stan Gunter (R)
District 9
Will Wade (R)
District 10
Victor Anderson (R)
District 11
Rick Jasperse (R)
District 12
Eddie Lumsden (R)
District 13
Katie Dempsey (R)
District 14
District 15
Matthew Gambill (R)
District 16
Trey Kelley (R)
District 17
Martin Momtahan (R)
District 18
Tyler Smith (R)
District 19
Joseph Gullett (R)
District 20
Charlice Byrd (R)
District 21
Brad Thomas (R)
District 22
Jordan Ridley (R)
District 23
Mandi Ballinger (R)
District 24
Carter Barrett (R)
District 25
Todd Jones (R)
District 26
Lauren McDonald (R)
District 27
Lee Hawkins (R)
District 28
Brent Cox (R)
District 29
Matt Dubnik (R)
District 30
Derrick McCollum (R)
District 31
Emory Dunahoo (R)
District 32
Chris Erwin (R)
District 33
Alan Powell (R)
District 34
Devan Seabaugh (R)
District 35
Lisa Campbell (D)
District 36
Ginny Ehrhart (R)
District 37
District 38
David Wilkerson (D)
District 39
Terry Cummings (D)
District 40
Kimberly New (R)
District 41
Michael Smith (D)
District 42
Gabriel Sanchez (D)
District 43
Solomon Adesanya (D)
District 44
Don Parsons (R)
District 45
Sharon Cooper (R)
District 46
John Carson (R)
District 47
Jan Jones (R)
District 48
Scott Hilton (R)
District 49
Charles Martin (R)
District 50
Michelle Au (D)
District 51
Esther Panitch (D)
District 52
Shea Roberts (D)
District 53
Deborah Silcox (R)
District 54
Betsy Holland (D)
District 55
Inga Willis (D)
District 56
Bryce Berry (D)
District 57
Stacey Evans (D)
District 58
Park Cannon (D)
District 59
Phil Olaleye (D)
District 60
Sheila Jones (D)
District 61
Mekyah McQueen (D)
District 62
Tanya Miller (D)
District 63
Kim Schofield (D)
District 64
Sylvia Wayfer (D)
District 65
Robert Dawson (D)
District 66
District 67
Lydia Glaize (D)
District 68
Derrick Jackson (D)
District 69
Debra Bazemore (D)
District 70
Lynn Smith (R)
District 71
Justin Howard (R)
District 72
David Huddleston (R)
District 73
Josh Bonner (R)
District 74
Robert Flournoy (D)
District 75
Eric Bell (D)
District 76
Sandra Scott (D)
District 77
Rhonda Burnough (D)
District 78
District 79
Yasmin Neal (D)
District 80
Long Tran (D)
District 81
Noelle Kahaian (R)
District 82
Karen Mathiak (R)
District 83
Karen Lupton (D)
District 84
Mary Oliver (D)
District 85
Karla Drenner (D)
District 86
Imani Barnes (D)
District 87
Viola Davis (D)
District 88
Billy Mitchell (D)
District 89
Omari Crawford (D)
District 90
Saira Draper (D)
District 91
Angela Moore (D)
District 92
Rhonda Taylor (D)
District 93
Doreen Carter (D)
District 94
Karen Bennett (D)
District 95
District 96
Arlene Beckles (D)
District 97
Ruwa Romman (D)
District 98
Marvin Lim (D)
District 99
Matt Reeves (R)
District 100
David Clark (R)
District 101
Scott Holcomb (D)
District 102
Gabe Okoye (D)
District 103
Soo Hong (R)
District 104
Chuck Efstration (R)
District 105
Sandy Donatucci (R)
District 106
Vacant
District 107
Samuel Park (D)
District 108
Jasmine Clark (D)
District 109
Dewey McClain (D)
District 110
Segun Adeyina (D)
District 111
Rey Martinez (R)
District 112
Bruce Williamson (R)
District 113
Sharon Henderson (D)
District 114
Tim Fleming (R)
District 115
District 116
El-Mahdi Holly (D)
District 117
Mary Santos (D)
District 118
Clint Crowe (R)
District 119
Holt Persinger (R)
District 120
Houston Gaines (R)
District 121
Marcus Wiedower (R)
District 122
Spencer Frye (D)
District 123
Rob Leverett (R)
District 124
Trey Rhodes (R)
District 125
Gary Richardson (R)
District 126
L.C. Myles (D)
District 127
Mark Newton (R)
District 128
Mack Jackson (D)
District 129
Karlton Howard (D)
District 130
Lynn Gladney (D)
District 131
Rob Clifton (R)
District 132
Brian Prince (D)
District 133
Danny Mathis (R)
District 134
Robert Dickey (R)
District 135
Beth Camp (R)
District 136
David Jenkins (R)
District 137
Debbie Buckner (D)
District 138
Vance Smith (R)
District 139
Carmen Rice (R)
District 140
Teddy Reese (D)
District 141
Carolyn Hugley (D)
District 142
Miriam Paris (D)
District 143
Anissa Jones (D)
District 144
Dale Washburn (R)
District 145
Herring (D)
District 146
Shaw Blackmon (R)
District 147
Bethany Ballard (R)
District 148
Noel Williams (R)
District 149
Floyd Griffin (D)
District 150
Patty Stinson (D)
District 151
Mike Cheokas (R)
District 152
Bill Yearta (R)
District 153
David Sampson (D)
District 154
Gerald Greene (R)
District 155
Matt Hatchett (R)
District 156
Leesa Hagan (R)
District 157
Bill Werkheiser (R)
District 158
Larry Parrish (R)
District 159
Jon Burns (R)
District 160
Lehman Franklin (R)
District 161
Bill Hitchens (R)
District 162
Carl Gilliard (D)
District 163
Anne Westbrook (D)
District 164
Ron Stephens (R)
District 165
Edna Jackson (D)
District 166
Jesse Petrea (R)
District 167
Buddy DeLoach (R)
District 168
Al Williams (D)
District 169
Angie O'Steen (R)
District 170
Jaclyn Ford (R)
District 171
Joe Campbell (R)
District 172
Charles Cannon (R)
District 173
Darlene Taylor (R)
District 174
John Corbett (R)
District 175
John LaHood (R)
District 176
James Burchett (R)
District 177
Dexter Sharper (D)
District 178
Steven Meeks (R)
District 179
Rick Townsend (R)
District 180
Steven Sainz (R)
Republican Party (100)
Democratic Party (79)
Vacancies (1)
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