The Southerner’s Guide to the 2021 City Elections

In the lead-up to the 2021 Atlanta City Elections, the Southerner has compiled a list of 8 key races that readers in the district that Midtown High School will be voting on. Using official statements, previous reports and recorded interviews, the Southerner has broken down the candidates’ positions on specific issues. 

For the Mayoral and City Council races, candidates’ positions on the economy, crime, social equity, housing and infrastructure are listed. For the Board of Education races, candidates’ positions on curriculum, social equity, COVID-19 and community engagement are listed.

To view each race and the candidates’ positions on the issues, click the links below.

Mayoral Election

City Council President

At-Large City Council Post 1

At-Large City Council Post 2

At-Large City Council Post 3

Atlanta Public Schools School Board At-Large Seat 3

Atlanta Public Schools School Board At-Large Seat 7

Atlanta Public Schools School Board At-Large Seat 8

Atlanta Public Schools School Board At-Large Seat 9