Patrick Thompson

Candidate for State Senate in GA

Patrick Thompson is a candidate for State Senate District 56 in Georgia State Senate District 56, Georgia — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: John Albers.

Patrick Thompson is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Georgia State Senate, representing District 56, with a primary election scheduled for May 19, 2026. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology and psychology from Mary Washington University in Virginia and has furthered his education by attending management schools at Lotus, IBM, and Siebel. He is currently pursuing an MBA. Thompson has a history of political engagement, having previously run as a Democratic candidate for the Georgia State Senate District 56 in 2016 and for Georgia's 11th Congressional District in 2012.