GA-01 Democratic nominee?
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JUN 17, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Army officer (retired)
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationGeorgia
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BackgroundU.S. Army officer (retired)
EducationUnited States Military Academy at West Point (graduate)
Notable personal detailsPatrick J. Wilver is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Georgia's 1st Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He is a U.S. Army veteran and West Point graduate who has described himself as a progressive and small business owner based in coastal Georgia. His campaign has emphasized anti-corruption themes such as ending dark money in politics and opposing corporate PAC influence.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports restoring mid-20th century-style progressive taxation, including closing corporate loopholes and reinstating meaningful inheritance taxes. Proposes removing the Social Security payroll cap to fully fund Social Security and pairs higher revenue with investments in social programs and infrastructure.
Healthcare
The candidate states that healthcare is a right and advocates for a universal healthcare system like other developed countries, aiming to prevent medical bankruptcy and expand coverage. The campaign platform frames healthcare expansion as part of broader progressive economic reforms.
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Climate & Energy
Supports science-based energy policy with stronger clean air and water protections and investments in resilient infrastructure for coastal communities. Emphasizes clean energy and long-term planning while not calling for explicit fossil-fuel phase-out or Green New Deal–level measures. Policy framing aligns with moderate/progressive climate action and investment in clean energy incentives and resilience.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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