Herschel: My former coach, Coach Tom Landry of the Dallas Cowboys, said, “If you take something out of society, then you need to put something back in.” When I was starting out in my athletic and business careers, I had numerous coaches, mentors, pastors, and friends who took me under their wings and encouraged me both personally and professionally. I want to pay that forward and use the many opportunities God has blessed me with to help bless others.
Question 2: Best and worst part of running for office?
Herschel: I tell people this all the time — running for office is the greatest thing I have ever done in my life. I love Georgia and feel called by God to give back to the state that has given me so much. Julie and I are working some long days, but we love traveling across the Peach State meeting with thousands of Georgians and hearing their stories.
Question 3: Favorite memory on the football field?
Herschel: My favorite memory is playing for the University of Georgia in the National Championship game against Notre Dame in 1981. I dislocated my shoulder and ran over to the sidelines gripping my arm. Our trainer said I would need to sit out, but I asked him to pop my shoulder back in place. He did, so I was able to go back in and play. We ended up winning the game, and I was proud to win a National Championship for my home state alongside my teammates!