John,

Georgia’s students and their families should always come first. A strong early start and fully funded public education are fundamental to building a state where every child and every family can thrive.

But today, Georgia’s students face an uncertain future. They’ll be back in classrooms in just a few weeks with a public education system in crisis. Oversized classrooms and an educator shortage. About 30 percent of Georgia teachers reported that they are unlikely to remain in education for another five years — and our state faces a challenge of recruiting new educators, too.

The reality: to invest in our students, we must invest in educators. That’s why I have a comprehensive plan that will boost starting teacher pay higher than Mississippi AND move Georgia into the top 10 (from 21st) in teacher salaries.

John, if elected governor, I will be committed to making sure Georgia’s students and their families come first. Can you chip in to power my campaign for One Georgia now?

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John, as a product of Georgia’s public schools, I know that public education is the passport to a better future in which every child can live out their dreams. That’s why I have a comprehensive plan to support children from cradle to career.

Georgia’s teachers face a range of challenges. One of the key reasons it is difficult to recruit and retain teachers is low pay. Low wages force teachers to drop out of the profession or leave the state entirely, and the lack of long-term financial growth causes fewer teachers to enter the profession. Right now, Georgia’s teachers make less than they did twenty years ago — in real dollar terms.

But Brian Kemp doesn’t care. He’s left our teachers and students behind along with so many other Georgians across the state.

If you believe in my vision of effective and excellent public education, make your first contribution to my campaign today. Any amount helps us stand up for our students and teachers.

Thank you for being a part of this,

Stacey