Rashaun Lamar Kemp

Incumbent State Senator in Atlanta, GA

Rashaun Lamar Kemp is a candidate for State Senate District 38 in Georgia State Senate District 38, Georgia — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Eric Jamal Helvy, Gregory Pop Thomas.

Rashaun Lamar Kemp is an incumbent State Senator representing Georgia's 38th Senate District, which includes a portion of Fulton County. Sworn in January 2025 for his first term, he holds the distinction of being the first openly gay man to serve in the Georgia Senate. A first-generation college graduate, Kemp is dedicated to expanding Medicaid, addressing healthcare disparities, defending reproductive rights, and reforming hospital development. In education, he advocates for increased funding, better teacher salaries (at least $65,000/year), and improved literacy outcomes. He seeks re-election, driven by a commitment to ensure Georgia is a place where everyone can thrive.