Peachtree City Mayor Kim Learnard endorsed Fayette County Commission District 3 candidate Chandra Wright during a gathering at Learnard’s home, where women who lead local governments, businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations were among those present. Wright is running against James Clifton in the November 3 election for the commission seat representing Peachtree City. Learnard delivered a short endorsement statement that she also provided in writing to The Citizen, making both a case for Wright and a pointed argument against Clifton. Learnard criticized Clifton’s previous campaigns for public office, his public criticism of elected officials in Fayette and Coweta counties, and statements he has made on issues including data centers, the Fayette County Water System, the Fayette County Development Authority, and Peachtree City officials. “A vote for James Clifton is a vote for Steve Brown,” Learnard wrote. Her case for Wright centered largely on Wright’s education and professional experience. Wright recently completed a master’s degree in public policy at Georgia State University and previously worked in Peachtree City’s Planning and Development Department. She also holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science and spent nearly 20 years working in software development and project management for AT&T/Lucent Technologies, according to Learnard’s statement. “Chandra Wright is smart, friendly, and connected in our community,” Learnard wrote. “She is well…
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