Buddy Carter

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Earl Buddy Carter

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth September 6, 1957 (Age: 68)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Buddy Carter graduated from Robert W. Groves High School and earned an associate degree from Young Harris College. He holds a Bachelor of Science in pharmacy from the University of Georgia. Carter began his public service career on the planning and zoning commission for the city of Pooler, followed by service on Pooler's city council. He then served as mayor of Pooler for eight years before transitioning to the Georgia state legislature, where he held positions as a state representative and senator. During his tenure in the state senate, he chaired several key committees, including Senate Appropriations, Health and Human Services, Higher Education, and Public Safety.

Political Ideas

Buddy Carter's political identity is marked by a staunch alignment with the "MAGA" movement, blending traditional conservative values with a populist appeal. His local governance experience, including long-term service as mayor of Pooler, suggests a highly localized approach to policymaking. Carter's strategic decision to brand himself as a "MAGA warrior" indicates a willingness to adopt and amplify the rhetoric of a highly charged political faction. This raises questions about how he reconciles this aggressive stance with his legislative history and policy positions.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. Senate

Election History

Georgia Senate Republican Primary

229,078 votes (25.10%)

Loss

Winner: Mike Collins, Derek Dooley

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia 1st District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

220,576 votes (61.98%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Budget
Energy and Commerce
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia's 1st congressional district, 2022

156,128 votes (59.10%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia's 1st congressional district, 2020

189,457 votes (58.30%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia's 1st congressional district, 2018

144,741 votes (57.70%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia's 1st congressional district, 2016

210,243 votes (99.60%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia's 1st congressional district, 2014

60.90% of vote

Win
2009 Special: State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia 1st State Senate District Special Election

10,904 votes (82.14%)

Win
2004: Georgia State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Georgia 159th State House District General Election

16,602 votes (100.00%)

Win

Georgia 159th State House District Republican Primary

3,254 votes (53.97%)

Win