ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) — Georgia state Rep. Derrick Jackson said Tuesday that he's running for governor next year, joining three other Democrats in a race without a clear frontrunner after two high-profile ...

Launching a gubernatorial campaign with a conversation about the need for reparations for descendants of the enslaved isn’t something you see every day— especially in Georgia. But state Rep. Derrick ...

The Southern Georgia Black Chambers (SGBC) successfully hosted its 3rd Annual “Harlem Nights” Gala & Awards Ceremony last Saturday evening at The Patterson Valdosta, drawing community leaders, ...

Georgia state Rep. Derrick Jackson joined a crowded field of Democratic candidates seeking to become the Peach State’s next governor. Jackson launched his campaign on Friday after teasing the bid with ...

ATLANTA — Another potential candidate for the Georgia governor's seat may be entering the race. On Monday, State Rep. Derrick Jackson told 11Alive's Faith Jessie he is seriously considering a run for ...

Recently on News & Talk WAOK, State representative and Democratic candidate for governor Derrick Jackson, discussed his background, motivations, and plans to address Georgia’s challenges. Mr. Jackson ...

FILE - Georgia state Rep. Derrick Jackson poses for a portrait at the capitol on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File) ATLANTA, Ga. (AP) — Georgia state Rep. Derrick ...