Questions for Georgia's Candidates: Indian American Community

Rick Jackson is the Republican nominee for governor, and State Sen. Greg Dolezal is the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor. The election is on November 3, so these questions ask them to commit to something specific and still ask "how can we help?" That keeps the tone constructive rather than confrontational.

Openers to build the relationship
  1. 1. "There are over 150,000 Indian Americans in Georgia, many of them right here in Forsyth, Fulton and Gwinnett. What's one way you'd like this community to partner with your office in the first 100 days?"
  2. 2. "Many of us came here, built businesses and are raising families. What does a lasting relationship with our community look like to you after November, not just during election season?"
For Rick Jacksonbuilt a large healthcare company
  1. 3. "You grew a business from the ground up. What would you do as governor to make it easier for small businesses and first-time founders to start and grow in Georgia?"
  2. 4. "Georgia has a shortage of doctors, nurses and tech workers, and many Indian Americans work in those fields. How can our professionals help you close that gap, especially in rural Georgia?"
  3. 5. "Would you set up a governor's advisory council that includes Asian American and Indian American business leaders, so we have a regular seat at the table?"
For Greg Dolezalstate senator from Forsyth County
  1. 6. "You represent one of the fastest-growing Indian American areas in the state. What have you learned from those constituents, and how should the Senate stay connected to them?"
  2. 7. "The lieutenant governor presides over the Senate. Which bills on education, workforce or small business would you want our community to help shape or support?"
  3. 8. "How can young Indian Americans get involved through internships, boards and commissions, or Capitol Day visits, so we develop the next generation of public servants?"
For either of themyouth, AI and community
  1. 9. "Kids aged 7 to 14 are learning to build businesses and use AI. What role do you see for entrepreneurship and AI in Georgia schools, and would you visit or champion a program like that?"
  2. 10. "AI is changing jobs fast. How will the state help working families and small businesses adopt it rather than be left behind?"
  3. 11. "Groups like TAMA bring thousands of families together for cultural, sports and service events. How can the state better recognize and partner with community organizations like ours?"
Closer
  1. 12. "If we leave tonight with one thing to work on together, what should it be?"
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