What is the first step that an individual should take in becoming a candidate for election?
A. An individual should certainly find out if he/she meets all of the qualifications including residency requirements necessary to become a candidate and to subsequently hold office. As our elected officials are representatives of the people, it is important to interface with fellow citizens and learn the concerns and needs of the community. Additionally a prospective candidate should familiarize him/herself with the State of Georgia Election Code, the State (Georgia) Ethics in Government Act, and the respective City of Atlanta or Board of Education Charter.
