GA-01 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 17, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePolitical strategist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationGeorgia
BackgroundPolitical strategist
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EducationUniversity of California, Berkeley — B.A., American Studies
Notable personal detailsAmanda Hollowell is a political organizer and strategist who ran for U.S. House in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District in 2026. She has served as Chief of Campaigns at Color Of Change and previously worked in organizing and advocacy roles with When We All Vote, the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, and 9to5 Georgia. She earned a B.A. in American Studies from the University of California, Berkeley. In June 2026, she won the Democratic runoff to become the Democratic nominee for GA-01.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports tax reforms that increase revenue and make the tax system more equitable, including measures to ensure wealthy individuals and corporations pay a fairer share; advocates using revenue to fund investments in wages, housing, healthcare, and other social programs.
Healthcare
Supports accessible, affordable healthcare and Medicaid expansion; campaign platform lists “Healthcare for All” and prioritizes expanded coverage for seniors, veterans, rural families, and working people.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate emphasizes healthcare access and has a history of organizing around women’s issues (including participation in the 2017 Women’s March) and voting-rights advocacy, but there is no clear, explicit campaign statement or policy page found that sets out Amanda Hollowell’s specific positions on abortion access or reproductive-rights policy.
Climate & Energy
Emphasizes climate resilience for coastal communities, prioritizing prevention and protection from hurricanes and flooding. Holds progressive alignment as demonstrated by an endorsement from the Georgia Working Families Party.
News
Amanda Hollowell is in the news as a candidate in Georgia’s 2026 U.S. House races, which include several contested primaries and open seats. The most recent coverage is a general election guide, and it does not provide much detail about her specific campaign beyond placing her in that field. Broader election coverage also points to a favorable environment for Democrats in recent special elections, but no specific new development about Hollowell is reported.
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Endorsements
Endorsers of Amanda Hollowell for GA-01 Democratic nominee?
Van Johnson
Elected official
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson endorsed Amanda Hollowell for Congress in Georgia's 1st District Democratic primary.
Georgia Working Families Party
Public figure
The Georgia Working Families Party endorsed Amanda Hollowell in the 2026 primary.
State and local leaders
Labor organization
A group of state and local leaders endorsed Amanda Hollowell for Congress.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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