Following several days of speculation, former Habersham County Commission Chair and local businessman Victor Anderson has officially announced he’s running for state representative.
Anderson launched his campaign Wednesday for the District 10 House seat currently held by Terry Rogers (R-Clarkesville). Rogers, a 5-term incumbent, announced on Feb. 17 he will not seek re-election.
Anderson describes himself as a “Constitutional Conservative” who is a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment, pro-life and believes in limited government. “I am a Christian and believe that our nation and laws are rooted in God’s Commandments,” he says.
After serving four years on the Habersham County Commission, Anderson chose not to seek re-election.
“When I decided not to seek re-election for the District 3 County Commission seat two years ago, I knew in my heart it would be temporary,” says Anderson. “I have long desired to serve my family, friends, and neighbors in Habersham and White counties. I believe it is my duty and my time to help protect our conservative values.”
The Habersham County native owns a local carpet and flooring store. He supports Gov. Kemp’s call to make Georgia the best state for small business. “I want to help champion this cause,” Anderson says. He also supports returning more local control to school boards who he says “understand the needs of the community.”
Anderson cites health care, agriculture, tourism, and transportation as areas of “common concern to all our communities.” He says his experience as a business owner, county leader, and volunteer make him uniquely qualified to represent the citizens of Habersham and White counties.
“As your Representative, I will listen to your needs and concerns, work to protect our way of life and seek ways to advance our economy while limiting government growth and regulation,” he says.
Referring to the man he hopes to succeed, Anderson calls Rogers a “friend and mentor” and says his leadership “continues to be an asset to Northeast Georgia.”
On Feb. 17, Rogers announced he would not seek re-election when his current term ends at the end of this year. He tells Now Habersham ten years in the State House is long enough. He will continue to serve as chairman of the Georgia Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Commission
Qualifying for state elections begins March 2.
