State Senate District 12 in Georgia State Senate District 12, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Corey B Morgan — Camilla City Councilmember in GA

  Corey B. Morgan is a two-term Camilla City Councilmember, a dedicated public servant, and a proud son of Southwest Georgia. Raised by strong Black women, he champions values of faith, family, and resilience. He is running for State Senate District 12 to deliver real results for communities. His platform focuses on lowering costs for housing, utilities, and food, expanding healthcare for families and rural communities, and protecting opportunities for Southwest Georgia. He previously won election to the Camilla City Council by eight votes and reelection with 79% of the vote, demonstrating his commitment to the region.

• Edward Brown — Candidate for State Senate in Albany, GA

  Edward Brown is a Democratic candidate for the Georgia State Senate, representing District 12 in the 2026 primary election. An academic, he earned a Ph.D. from Cambridge University and graduate degrees from Brown and Southern Methodist Universities. Brown's campaign is motivated by the belief that many Georgians are struggling with rising costs and that politics must address their reality. His platform includes tax credits for new farmers, same-day voter registration, Medicaid expansion, and initiatives to end homelessness through affordable housing. He also advocates for graduated tax brackets, expanded social services like SUN Bucks, and ensuring Black voices are heard in South Georgia.

• Tracy Taylor — firefighter in Albany, GA

  Tracy Taylor is a Democratic candidate seeking to represent Georgia State Senate District 12 in the 2026 primary election. An Albany firefighter and former president of the Dougherty County NAACP, Taylor emphasizes his experience in public service and his ability to work across the aisle, having previously run for office as both a Democrat and Republican. He aims to replace incumbent Freddie Powell Sims and bring resources to southwest Georgia. His key policy priorities include investing in infrastructure, improving healthcare access, and fostering workforce development. Taylor also supports renewable energy, cautiously approaches data center development, and advocates for fair redistricting based on population and community input.