William C Gaulden Jr.

Mortician in Athens, GA

William C Gaulden Jr. is a candidate for State Senate District 46 in Georgia State Senate District 46, Georgia — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Douglas Carl Mckillip, Marc Mcmain, Michael Shannon Broun, Ray Smith.

William Gaulden is a member of the Democratic Party running for the Georgia State Senate District 46 in 2026. A mortician by profession, he previously ran for Clarke County coroner in 2024, noting an increase in deaths by overdose. He is also the vice chairman of the Athens-Clarke County Democratic Party. Gaulden's commitment to his community drives his campaign. His policy priorities include advocating for universal health care, reducing regulations to lower housing costs, and enhancing school safety, specifically through funding metal detectors. He also supports nurturing homegrown businesses rather than recruiting from out of state.