Georgia Launches Bipartisan Election Integrity Task Force
Georgia’s Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, has revealed the formation of a new bipartisan Election Integrity Task Force aimed at reviewing voting practices, safeguarding election operations, and enhancing public trust for the upcoming midterm elections this November.
This advisory group is set up as a continuous committee, uniting an array of notable leaders, election officials, legal experts, and law enforcement from differing political backgrounds.
“Georgia has the most secure elections in America, and we intend to keep it that way,” Raffensperger stated. “This bipartisan group gathers individuals from various backgrounds who share a commitment to protecting every valid vote and boosting public confidence in our election processes.”
The committee features members from both Democratic and Republican parties, including former Democratic Governor Roy Burns, former Democratic Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, former Republican U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss, and former Republican U.S. Representative Drew Ferguson.
It also includes local government officials like Bartow County Elections Director Joseph Kirk, Muscogee County Elections Director Nancy Bolen, and Georgia Sheriff’s Association Executive Director Terry Norris, along with election law expert Ben Ginsburg for technical and legal insights.
According to the Secretary of State’s Office, the task force will thoroughly investigate key areas of election administration. Important focuses will be on upkeep of voter lists, auditing county compliance and performance, fighting misinformation related to elections, and implementing transparency measures.
While Georgia has passed extensive voting regulations in recent years, state officials highlighted that this diverse group will be instrumental in addressing real-time operational issues and ensuring equal protection for all legal votes.
Raffensperger noted that the initiative will function under an open policy allowing his office to receive ongoing, direct input from leaders on the ground during the campaign.
In the months to come, task force members will convene regularly to review security measures, address emerging administrative challenges, and improve communication channels between state officials and local communities to uphold voting integrity.
“This group is well-respected in the community,” Raffensperger added. “They represent both sides of the aisle but are acknowledged as impartial truth-tellers, not merely following directives from party leaders.”
