State House District 130 in Georgia State House District 130, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Karen Gordon — Communications consultant in Gracewood, GA

  Karen Gordon is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 130. She is on the ballot for the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026, and previously ran in a special election for the same district on March 10, 2026, where she was unsuccessful. Gordon earned her high school diploma from Butler High School and a bachelor's degree from Augusta State University in 2009. Her professional background includes experience as a communications consultant. She has also provided answers to a Candidate Connection survey.

• Lafawn Pinkney-Mealing — Human resources professional in Martinez, GA

  Lafawn Pinkney-Mealing is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, District 130, in the May 19, 2026 primary election. A lifelong Richmond County resident, she holds a high school diploma from Glenn Hills High School and a graduate degree from Brenau University (2015). Her professional background is in human resources. Pinkney-Mealing previously ran and lost in a special election for the same district on March 10, 2026. She is committed to turning her lived experience into people-first policy on jobs, housing, education, and justice, and has pledged support for congressional term limits.

• Sha'Qunta "q" Calles — Candidate for Georgia House of Representatives in Augusta, GA

  Sha'Qunta Calles is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 130. She is slated to appear on the Democratic primary ballot on May 19, 2026. District 130 covers most of East and South Augusta. Calles previously sought the same office in a special general election on March 10, 2026, where she received 13.9% of the vote. No specific policy positions are detailed in the available information.

• Sheila Clark Nelson — Retired in Atlanta, GA

  Sheila Clark Nelson is a candidate for the Georgia State House, District 130. A former State Representative for House District 125, she served six years from 2016 and was active in various caucuses, including the Georgia Democratic Caucus. Her vision for Georgia focuses on affordable healthcare, quality education, supporting working Georgians, and increasing the minimum wage. A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she also enjoys sporting events, shopping, and traveling. Her campaign emphasizes transparency, community-driven initiatives, and empowering public participation.

• David Anthony Carson — Cybersecurity Professional and Educator in Augusta, GA, GA

  David Carson is a veteran, cybersecurity professional, and educator who trains the next generation at the Cyber Schoolhouse. He is running for Georgia House District 130 as a problem-solver, not a career politician, advocating for limited government and fiscal responsibility. His platform includes demanding accountability for data center tax breaks, fighting for state resources for hurricane recovery, and creating workforce development pathways for students and veterans. He has also pledged support for congressional term limits. He seeks to ensure Richmond County has a representative who understands its economic opportunities and challenges.

• Thomas Duffy Mcadams — Candidate for State House in GA

  Thomas Duffy McAdams is a Republican candidate for the Georgia State House, representing District 130. He is on the ballot for the May 19, 2026 Republican Party Primary election. Earlier in 2026, he also ran in an April 7 special election runoff for the same District 130 seat, where he was defeated by Democrat Sheila Clark Nelson, receiving 29% of the vote. As a Republican, his campaign aligns with party priorities such as enacting strong election integrity measures for Georgia.