My name is Jim Butterworth and I'm asking for the honor of serving you in the State Senate.

I grew up in Habersham County, graduated from our public schools and later the University of Georgia. I flew in the United States Air Force for a total of 12 years, finishing my career flying B-1 bombers with the Georgia Air National Guard.

Along the way, the two most important things in my life happened. I married my wife Amy who is a school teacher in Habersham County and the Lord blessed us with three wonderful children. We settled down in Habersham County and became active members of Bethlehem Baptist Church.

It was my family, my deep roots in northeast Georgia, and my devotion to public service that led me to run for the Habersham County Commission four years ago. I ran on a platform of Faith, Vision, and Values. FAITH in God. A VISION for where we can go. And a rock solid commitment to the VALUES that make us proud.

We've had a lot of success in Habersham County of late, especially in bringing our local governments together to improve infrastructure all over the county. I believe that's due to a lot of people showing leadership around those three core values.

Now I'm running for the State Senate and I'm asking for your vote with the same basic commitment.

I want to be a Senator who is more than just a bold voice for you in Atlanta.

I want to help bridge the gap between our local governments and Atlanta, by being a senator who helps unify all of Northeast Georgia around common goals and helps move us forward together.

I will be a Senator who will provide effective leadership that reduces taxes, recruits new industry and helps our local businesses grow, promotes responsible management of our water resources, and helps our parents, educators and school systems provide the best possible education for every child.

I believe every family in northeast Georgia benefits when we have leaders that unify us and focus on the issues that impact each of us every day. That's the kind of leadership I will provide.

I am humbled by the overwhelming amount of support. I look forward to serving you in the manner you deserve and expect.

Jim Butterworth
Senator Elect, 50th Senate District, Georgia