GA-01 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 17, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBusiness consultant
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
LocationGeorgia
BackgroundBusiness consultant
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Notable personal detailsErnest Michael McCord is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Georgia's 1st Congressional District (2026). He has described his background as blue-collar work in manufacturing and warehouses before becoming a business consultant working with small businesses in Georgia and South Carolina. McCord launched his congressional campaign in July 2025 and has reported federal campaign activity through his authorized committee, Friends of Michael McCord.
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Positions
Healthcare
Supports federal action to stabilize rural hospitals, expand telehealth, and improve access to mental health services and maternal care in rural communities; emphasizes keeping healthcare accessible locally rather than privatizing or repealing major programs.
Immigration & Border
Supports fixing the broken U.S. immigration system and criticized aggressive ICE enforcement actions that disrupted local economic projects; emphasizes community inclusion of Hispanic residents. Comments call for reform rather than expanded enforcement measures.
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Climate & Energy
Supports an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy that includes natural gas, nuclear, solar, and emerging technologies, emphasizes energy independence and affordable, reliable power, and prioritizes grid modernization and coastal resilience investments. Advocates policies to lower costs for working families while ensuring new energy development creates local jobs.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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