Dwayne Hamilton Gillis

Dwayne Hamilton Gillis is a candidate for Georgia State Senate District 19 in the 2026 Republican Primary. A Georgia Superior Court Judge who served over 24 years, he is also a farmer, former police officer, lawyer, small business owner, and deacon. Gillis advocates for conservative family values, including pro-life and Second Amendment protections, and emphasizes supporting law enforcement. His economic platform focuses on attracting jobs to South Georgia, cutting business regulations, and lowering taxes and insurance premiums. He felt called to serve in a new way, aiming to fight for South Georgia's values and needs.