John Carter Barrett

John "Carter" C. Barrett, a Republican, currently serves Georgia House District 24, a seat he has held since 2023, and is seeking re-election in the 2026 Georgia Primary. His professional background includes finance leadership roles such as Partner at Dime Capital, Market President at Affinity Bank, and CEO of Community Business Bank, equipping him with significant business acumen. As Vice-Chair of the Higher Education Dual Enrollment Committee, Barrett focuses on enhancing these programs, prioritizing parental choice in education, and advocating for school choice, guided by the belief that educational approaches should not be one-size-fits-all.