Duro Haynes

Candidate for Georgia State Senate District 17 in Stockbridge, GA, GA

Duro Haynes is a candidate for State Senate District 17 in Georgia State Senate District 17, Georgia — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Gail Davenport.

Duro Haynes, a native of Henry County, Georgia, is an alumnus of Henry County Schools and Stockbridge High. After college, he returned to serve his community, notably as a senior congressional staffer for Rep. David Scott, securing millions in federal grants for Henry and Clayton Counties. He also chaired the Henry County Democrats. Haynes is campaigning for State Senate to lower the cost of living, enhance government services, and invest in Georgia's southside. His policy priorities include safeguarding individual medical decisions, strengthening public safety by funding first responders and addressing crime's root causes, improving transportation infrastructure, supporting unions and pro-worker jobs, and boosting education with fair teacher compensation.