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Lanny Thomas

Lanny Thomas

Republican · Georgia · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for Georgia Senate District 53, Georgia

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • A stronger local economy and more jobs
  • Lower taxes and responsible government spending
  • Support for law enforcement and public safety
Biography

Lanny Thomas has served in public education for 35 years and holds a bachelor's degree in education from West Georgia College plus a master's and an education specialist degree from Jacksonville State University, per the campaign site. Thomas first won election as mayor of Trion in 2000, later served on the Trion city council and returned as mayor, and is president of Georgia Municipal Association District One, per the campaign site.

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