GA-01 Democratic nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePolitical strategist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationGeorgia
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BackgroundPolitical strategist
EducationUniversity of California, Berkeley — B.A., American Studies
Notable personal detailsAmanda Hollowell is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District (2026) and a political strategist and organizer based in Savannah. She serves as Chief of Campaigns at Color Of Change and has 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.
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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 listed as a candidate in Georgia’s 2026 U.S. House primary races, which include several contested seats and open districts. The main immediate development is the upcoming primary election, with a runoff possible if no candidate wins outright. The broader news around her race points to a competitive Democratic environment, with recent special elections showing Democrats improving their vote share in many contests.
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Democratic candidates have overperformed in nearly every special election in 2025 and 2026
Not just the base: Democrats in recent elections are flipping independent and Republican votes
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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