Education
Supports affordable lifelong learning, federal education programs and workforce training.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Kelly Esti
Candidate for U.S. House · Georgia · District 8
THE PERSON
Background
Kelly Esti is a Navy veteran, business co-owner and former local zoning and school-board participant. His biography describes financial leadership at BroTagz Embroidery and advocacy work with Georgia Equality.
Roots
- Career: Navy nuclear-program service; business co-owner and chief financial officer; civic and school governance
Education
- Walden University · Ph.D., public policy and policy analysis, 2018
- Webster University · M.B.A., finance, 2007
- Ottawa University · B.A., management, 2006
Background sources checked October 30, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Energy
Supports federal grants to modernize utilities and local choice over renewable-energy development.
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Supports stronger federal health programs and funding rural clinics and hospitals.
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Supports federal funding for roads, bridges, transit options and broadband.
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Supports consistent enforcement of civil-rights protections and equitable access to federal services.
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Supports federal labor standards and enforcement of workplace protections.
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Supports oversight of VA care, benefits, education and housing programs, especially access in rural areas.
Source checked October 30, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 8 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
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