Alana Sanders was invited to participate in Candidates on the Clock but
was unable to attend due to a scheduling conflict.
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Economic Development & Job Creation
What is your vision for economic development in Georgia, and how do we continue to
create quality jobs while supporting local communities like Newton County?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Workforce Development & Education Alignment
How can the state better align education, technical training, and workforce
development to prepare people for today’s jobs?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
State Funding for Education
What role should the state play in funding K-12 and higher education, and do you
believe changes are needed to how schools are currently funded?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Healthcare Access & Mental Health
Access to healthcare and mental health services continues to be a concern across
Georgia. What steps should the state take to improve access and outcomes?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Infrastructure & Transportation
What should the state’s priorities be when it comes to infrastructure and transportation,
especially as communities like Newton County continue to grow?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Public Safety & Criminal Justice
What are your priorities when it comes to public safety and criminal justice policy at the
state level?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Housing Affordability & Growth
Housing affordability is becoming a challenge in many parts of Georgia. What role
should the state play in addressing housing and managing growth?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Transparency & Constituent Engagement
How will you stay accessible and accountable to the people in your district, and what
does transparency in government mean to you?
Karla Daniels Hooper (D)
Don Scarborough (R)
Community Unity / Collaboration
We’re seeing more division across all levels of government. How would you work with
leaders from different parties and across state and local government—even when there
are disagreements—to move Georgia forward?
