Mike Russell

Shay Bowman

Russell is a candidate for Atlanta City Council President. Russell is a retired Army officer. After the military, he worked as a Federal Government civil service employee. Russell plans to use his military and lifetime experience to make Atlanta a better city.

Economy

States that he plans on building a city that is elevated and takes into account technology and all residents

Crime

Believes Public Safety is the most important issue
Served as a military police officer for almost 30 years
Supports community policing but not defunding the police
Plans to work with the Atlanta City Council, the mayor and the APD to improve law enforcement training

Social equity

Supports equal opportunity and is passionate about bridging the divide between races, sexualities, and gender

Housing

Plans to protect legacy residents from gentrification

Infrastructure

Opposes the new zoning ordinance
Passionate about protecting trees and green spaces

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