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UGA alum running for state house in special election

a portrait of Eric Gisler
Eric Gisler
Eric Gisler

Not long after the news of Georgia representative Marcus Wiedower’s resignation, a new candidate has announced that they will be running for his seat...

Eric Gisler has announced that he will be running in the December special election to represent Georgia House District 121. The district encompasses Oconee and Clarke county.

Republican Marcus Wiedower recently announced his immediate resignation from the House seat which has resulted in the special election.

Gisler will run as a democrat and his campaign will prioritize healthcare access, quality schools, and affordable housing. His campaign was already underway for the 2026 election for the same seat.

Gisler is a University of Georgia alum and small business owner.

Alexzundra Tillman is a part-time reporter and producer. She is currently pursuing her masters degree in Film and Television studies at UGA and hopes to work at the cross section of these two fields in the future.
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