Rashaun Kemp

Rashaun Kemp was born in Columbus, Ohio. He earned a bachelor's degree from Wright State University in 2003 and a graduate degree from Capella University in 2008. His career experience includes working as a nonprofit executive director.[1]He has been affiliated with National Charter Collaborative.[2]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Rashaun is the Senior Director at a national non-profit organization, where he is focused on amplifying the voices of Black and Brown public charter school leaders. He previously led a national non-profit organization, serving as its first Executive Director. Rashaun's professional career has allowed him to lead a state education department and serve as a Government Affairs professional. He is also a former high school teacher and principal.

Rashaun is an active member of his community having served as Chair of Neighborhood Planning Unit K. He also is an alumnus of New Leaders Council Atlanta. Rashaun has served on the boards of Lillies Foundation, Ivy Preparatory Academy for Girls, and Georgia Equality. He actively volunteers in his community by doing food distribution in Douglas County and community cleanups in Fulton County. He is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. A resident of Atlanta for over a decade, Rashaun is happily married to Ken Kemp, a middle school counselor and administrator in East Point. They are the proud parents of 3-year-old Brooklyn and 20-year-old Jaden, a sophomore at Tennessee State University.

The Kemps attend Impact United Methodist Church. They enjoy spending time with their families in Dublin, Georgia, and Columbus, Ohio. In his free time, Rashaun enjoys staying up on the latest in politics, traveling, watching football, and playing tennis.

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?

Economy For All

All Georgians deserve an economy that works for all.Access to Affordable Healthcare

Access to affordable and quality healthcare is a vital issue for our community, as many residents in our district face higher rates of certain health conditions and disparities in healthcare access. This includes expanding access to quality clinics and hospitals, better informed physicians, healthier food options, restoring and defending reproductive rights, and legalizing medicinal (and recreational) marijuana.Education

Quality education is essential for social and economic mobility. Ensuring equitable funding for schools and addressing achievement gaps are critical to the success of our future leaders.

It is time for more experienced educators to create state policy that impacts our schools. Ensuring all students have access to a high-quality 21st-century Georgia public education regardless of where they live or where they are from is a priority for me.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Education and healthcare

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my great-grandmother, who raised me. She did not have much but she was so dedicated to her family and loved ones. She sacrificed so we had and never complained.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Integrity, honesty, and accessibility. Someone who produces results and is a strong advocate.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy of advocacy, service, and compassion.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

I grew up in a challenging environment. Due to the horrible disease of addiction, I was raised by my great grandmother.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Georgia Association of Educators, Georgia Equality, Galeo Impact Fund, HRC, LGBTQ Victory Fund, Georgia Stonewall Democrats, Vote Pro Choice

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I have always said I owe it to my great-grandmother, who raised me, to do all I can to impact lives the way she positively impacted mine. My experience as a parent, teacher, principal, education advocate, government official, and community leader have prepared me to not only be ready for this role, but to also deliver results for the people of the 61st District and the Great State of Georgia. I am an active member of my community having served as Chair and Vice-Chair of Neighborhood Planning Unit K. I am also an alumnus of New Leaders Council Atlanta. I serve on two boards, Georgia Equality and Ivy Preparatory Academy for Girls. I am happily married to Ken Kemp. We are the proud parents of 10-month-old Brooklyn and 18-year-old Jaden.

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?

Improve public safety in our communities -Fight for community based public safety. -Reduce violence and criminal access to guns. -Ensure our communities are treated with respect and dignity. -Reform our justice system to focus on rehabilitation and reduce recidivismProtect and fight for our sacred right to vote. -Oppose any attempts to strip away our rights. -Expand access to voting and make Election Day a statewide holiday. -Increase voter education and engagementExpand access to quality and affordable healthcare. - Expand Medicaid and Medicare -Fight to protect a woman’s right to reproductive freedom -Ensure our communities have access to all healthcare services including emergency services in South Fulton County -Reform the certificate of need process that has created a monopoly system in healthcare

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am very passionate about education. Education changed the trajectory of my life and I believe it can do the same for all children in Georgia. I want to ensure every student in our community has access to a quality education.

-Increase pay for teachers

-fully fund public education

- Expand the number of quality schools

- increase the number of Black and rural educators in Georgia

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my great grandmother who raised me. She did not have much but she was so dedicated to her family and loved ones. She sacrificed so we had and never complained.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Integrity, honesty, and accessibility. Someone who produces results and is a strong advocate.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy of advocacy, service, and compassion.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Dirt off your shoulder by Jay Z

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I grew up in a challenging environment. Due to the horrible disease of addiction, I was raised by my great grandmother.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

The attack on our sacred right to vote.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes, as with any role relationships are key to getting things done.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Absolutely. You have to be willing to give and take to get things done.