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Elisa Lassiter

DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Nonprofit management

Elisa Lassiter is a Democratic candidate for Georgia House of Representatives District 40 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Elisa Lassiter earned a high school diploma from Frederick Douglass High School, a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University in 2005, and a graduate degree from the University of West Alabama in 2007. Her career experience includes working in nonprofit management.[1]

Graduate:
University of West Alabama, 2007
Bachelor's:
Georgia State University, 2005
High school:
Frederick Douglass High School

In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

With more than two decades of experience in federal, state, and local government and nonprofit organizations, I have dedicated my career to connecting families and communities with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I believe every Georgia family deserves access to quality public schools, affordable health care, safe and stable housing, and meaningful economic opportunity.I am grounded in equity, opportunity, and transparent representation.I am committed to community, ready to serve!

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am most interested in policies that directly improve the quality of life for Georgia families, including affordable healthcare, strong public education, economic stability, housing security, voting rights, and disability inclusion. I am also passionate about responsible community development that balances economic growth with environmental protection and infrastructure needs. Ultimately, I want to advance practical policies that lower costs, expand opportunity, and ensure every community has a voice in decisions that affect its future.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Emily's List

Georgia House Caucus

GA Win List

The Fighting 50 PAC

Paulding County Democrats

Douglas County Democrats

Common Good

We Told You So PAC

Mental Health Now

The National Democratic Redistricting Committee

New Politics

United for Georgia Women

Georgia Equality

No One Asked,But

Fair Fight

Reproductive Freedom for All

IBEW 613

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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