
Lydia Powell
Democratic candidate for Other in Georgia

Georgia State School Superintendent winner?
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Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleEducator
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyMainstream Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationGeorgia
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BackgroundEducator
EducationFlorida Agricultural and Mechanical University — B.A., Political Science Education; minor in Spanish
Notable personal detailsLydia Catalina Powell is a Georgia educator and Democratic candidate for Georgia State School Superintendent in the November 3, 2026 general election. She has worked in K–12 education as a social studies teacher and school administrator across multiple Georgia school systems and serves as an assistant principal at Hampton High School in Henry County. Powell has also worked as an adjunct professor at Thomas University and as a diversity/culture and inclusion trainer.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports taxpayer-funded universal preschool and emphasizes transparent leadership and responsible use of resources. The available public materials focus on education funding and accountability rather than a broader tax agenda.
Public Safety & Guns
Lydia Powell has signed a 2026 gun safety candidate pledge committing to support evidence-based gun safety legislation in Georgia. Her campaign materials otherwise emphasize education and do not publicly spell out a detailed gun policy platform.
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