Kori Simmons, a Democrat based in Canton, is running for Georgia State Senate District 21 in the Nov. 3 general election. He faces Republican Jason T. Dickerson.

Simmons said on his campaign website that he is running to make sure "government works the way it's supposed to," with a focus on what he calls "affordability through accountability."

Candidate information

  • Name: Kori Simmons
  • Party: Democratic
  • Office sought: Georgia State Senate, District 21
  • Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
  • Residence: Canton, Georgia (Cherokee County area)
  • Opponent: Jason T. Dickerson (Republican)

On his campaign website, Simmons describes himself as a survivor of childhood abuse, an experience he said shaped his focus on whether public systems protect and support the people they serve.

On the issues

Simmons provided issue positions through his campaign website and through Ballotpedia. The following reflects his stated positions.

Government reform and accountability: Simmons said his central focus is transparency and measurable results in government. He said he wants to examine where money is wasted or "left on the table." He said officials should be accountable to the people they represent, not just to party expectations or political pressure. Voters, he said, deserve transparency about how decisions are made and what tradeoffs exist.

Affordability and cost of living: Simmons said he wants state-level systems, including healthcare and public safety, to serve residents effectively. He said the cost of living, healthcare costs and how far a paycheck goes are central concerns.

Education: Simmons said on his platform page that he supports investing responsibly in education, measuring what matters and making adjustments when something is not working.

Infrastructure and transportation: Simmons said he supports practical, data-driven planning that keeps pace with communities. He said public transportation should be tailored to the needs of each area.

Healthcare and public safety: Simmons said accountability in healthcare means measuring what works and making sure resources go where they improve lives. On public safety, he said he supports results-driven approaches that strengthen communities, support those on the front lines and build long-term trust.

Sources: Public campaign materials, published candidate profiles and the public records linked above. Policy statements are attributed to the candidate; funding or implementation details are included where available.

The Alpharetta-Milton Chronicle did not receive a direct questionnaire response from the candidate and does not endorse candidates.