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Brian Kemp
NameBrian Kemp
Order83rd
OfficeGovernor of Georgia
LieutenantGeoff Duncan, Burt Jones
Term startJanuary 14, 2019
PredecessorNathan Deal
Office127th Secretary of State of Georgia
Governor1Nathan Deal
Term start1January 8, 2010
Term end1November 8, 2018
Predecessor1Karen Handel
Successor1Robyn Crittenden
Office2Member of the Georgia State Senate
Term start22003
Term end22007
Predecessor2Doug Haines
Successor2Bill Cowsert
PartyRepublican
SpouseMarty Argo
Alma materUniversity of Georgia (BBA)

Brian Kemp is an American politician and businessman serving as the 83rd Governor of Georgia since 2019. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the 27th Secretary of State of Georgia from 2010 to 2018 and in the Georgia State Senate from 2003 to 2007. His tenure as governor has been defined by significant economic development projects, conservative policy initiatives, and his role in certifying the results of the 2020 United States presidential election in Georgia.

Early life and education

Brian Kemp was born in Athens, Georgia, and grew up in the nearby community of Winterville. He is a graduate of Clarke Central High School in Athens. Kemp attended the University of Georgia in Athens, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. During his time at the University of Georgia, he was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. His early life in Northeast Georgia deeply influenced his political and business perspectives.

Business career

Prior to entering politics full-time, Kemp was a successful entrepreneur and small business owner. He founded Kemp Development and Construction Company, a real estate development and investment firm based in Athens, Georgia. He also owned several small businesses, including a hardware store and a grain elevator, primarily operating in Jackson County and surrounding areas. His business career provided a foundation for his political advocacy on issues like deregulation and economic growth.

Political career

Kemp's political career began with his election to the Georgia State Senate in 2002, representing the 46th district. In the Georgia General Assembly, he served on committees including Insurance and Labor and Economic Development. In 2006, he made an unsuccessful bid for Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture. He was appointed as Secretary of State of Georgia by Governor Sonny Perdue in 2010 following the resignation of Karen Handel and was subsequently elected to the position in 2010 and re-elected in 2014. As Secretary of State, he oversaw the implementation of the state's voter ID law and managed elections.

Governor of Georgia

Brian Kemp was elected Governor of Georgia in 2018, defeating Democratic nominee Stacey Abrams in a closely contested race. He was re-elected in 2022, again defeating Stacey Abrams. His administration has focused on economic development, securing major investments from companies like Hyundai Motor Group and Rivian. He signed the Georgia Constitutional Carry Act of 2021 and the Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act. During the COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia, he was one of the first governors to relax restrictions. He gained national attention for certifying the state's electoral results for Joe Biden in the 2020 United States presidential election, drawing criticism from former President Donald Trump.

Political positions

Kemp is a conservative Republican whose positions align with many traditional GOP policies. He is a strong supporter of the Second Amendment and signed significant gun rights legislation. On economic policy, he advocates for low taxes, limited regulation, and has overseen record budget surpluses. He signed a law banning most abortions after detectable fetal cardiac activity. On election administration, he supported and implemented the Election Integrity Act of 2021 following the 2020 United States presidential election. He has been a proponent of expanding rural broadband access and strengthening National Guard resources.

Personal life

Kemp is married to Marty Kemp, who serves as the First Lady of Georgia. They have three daughters. The family resides in the Georgia Governor's Mansion in Atlanta but maintains strong ties to Athens. He is a member of the Prince Avenue Baptist Church in Bogart. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting and fishing. His personal narrative often emphasizes his identity as a political outsider and a businessman from outside the Atlanta metropolitan area.

Category:Governors of Georgia Category:Georgia (U.S. state) Republicans Category:University of Georgia alumni