State Senate District 14 in Georgia State Senate District 14, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Michael Dwight Dvorscak — Candidate for State Senate in GA

  Michael Dwight Dvorscak is a Republican candidate running for election to the Georgia State Senate, representing District 14. He is on the ballot for the Republican primary on May 19, 2026. A conservative, Dvorscak is not an incumbent for this office. He advocates for strong support of law enforcement and punishment for convicted criminals, patient-led healthcare decisions with complete price transparency, and empowering the private sector through streamlined regulations to create high-paying jobs. He also champions greater access to K-12 school choice, accountability from higher education systems regarding tuition costs, and ensuring tax dollars are spent responsibly.

• Tamara Johnson-Shealey — Business owner in Tucker, GA

  Tamara Johnson-Shealey is a candidate for the Georgia State Senate, District 14, in the 2026 election, running as a Republican. She states her candidacy is a calling from God, after prayerful consideration as a Black American Descendant of Chattel Slavery, despite previous runs as a Democrat. A business owner with a Juris Master degree, Johnson-Shealey advocates for an economic solution in District 14 to benefit all Georgians. Her platform emphasizes addressing human trafficking, reducing violent crime through youth support, and speaking boldly on race relations. She has a history of campaigning, including prior bids for U.S. Senate and State Senate District 40.

• Kay Howell — Community Advocate in Roswell, GA

  Dr. Kay Howell is a strategic leader and community advocate with over 20 years of experience dedicated to improving organizations and strengthening communities in North Fulton, including Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Alpharetta, and Johns Creek. A Rotarian and champion for families, she has deep roots in District 14 and understands its daily challenges. Dr. Howell is running for State Senate to bring practical, accountable leadership to the Capitol. Her priorities include ensuring strong public schools, lowering costs for families, promoting housing stability, and providing accessible, high-quality healthcare. She aims to deliver solutions that put people over politics and improve daily life in her community.

• Kevin Abel — Business owner in GA

  Kevin Abel is a Democratic candidate for Georgia State Senate District 14. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, he immigrated to the U.S. at age 14. With his wife Cindy, he co-founded Abel Solutions, a technology consulting company, in 1994. Having lived in North Fulton for 35 years, a region encompassing parts of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell, Sandy Springs, and northeast Atlanta within District 14, he brings over three decades of business leadership and community service. He is running to represent this Democratic-leaning district, aiming to solve problems, deliver results, and provide steady leadership.

• Nathalie J Kanani — Attorney in Atlanta, GA

  Nathalie J. Kanani, an Atlanta attorney and small business owner, is running for Georgia State Senate, District 14, in 2026. A mother of one and fluent in Spanish, she is the founder of Kanani Law Firm, with prior experience as a Prosecuting Attorney in Fulton County and a litigation attorney. She believes public service involves showing up, listening with compassion, and fighting with integrity, advocating for working families and ensuring government serves all. Kanani aims to make history as the first Latina woman in the Georgia Senate, championing prosperity, freedom, equality, and a future with expanded opportunity for every Georgian.