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Democracy needs a name on the ballot.​
Yours.
Seven offices across Cherokee County will be decided without a single contested vote in 2026. That means no accountability, no debate, no choice for over 270,000 residents. A write-in candidacy changes that. And Woodstock CAN will support you every step of the way.
These seven (7) Cherokee County races on the 2026 ballot have no opposition candidate:
Why It Matters
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Uncontested means unaccountable
When an incumbent runs without opposition, they face no public scrutiny, no debate, and no obligation to explain their record. Voters are denied even the symbolic power of a choice. In a county where transparency is already a battle, that silence is gives those in power permission to do whatever they want, regardless of the will of the people.
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Write-in candidates force public forums, generate media coverage, and give voters something they currently don't have: a reason to show up.
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Write-in candidacy is real candidacy
Georgia law allows any eligible voter to run as a write-in candidate by filing a Declaration of Intent with the county Board of Elections. There are no petition signatures, no qualifying fees for most races, and no ballot-access hurdles.
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Your name will not appear pre-printed on the ballot, but votes cast for you are counted officially, publicly, and on record. This is a legal, legitimate path to the ballot.
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What Woodstock CAN provides
We are not asking you to figure this out alone. Woodstock CAN will connect you with filing guidance, a network of experienced organizers, digital tools, coalition support, and a community of 4,000+ residents who want Cherokee County to be held accountable.
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We can help with everything from understanding your race's responsibilities to designing a minimal campaign that amplifies your message without consuming your life.
You do not have to win to matter.
A write-in candidacy puts accountability on the record and gives every voter in Cherokee County a genuine choice for the first time in years.
How to run a write-in campaign
Submit your interest
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Fill out the form below. Tell us which race interests you and a little about yourself. No commitment required at this stage. It's just a conversation.
File your declaration
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Submit a Declaration of Intent for Write-In Candidacy with the Cherokee County Board of Elections. Georgia requires this step to have your votes counted. We will help you get it right.
Meet with our team
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We will connect you with Woodstock CAN organizers who can walk you through the race, the filing process, what the job actually entails, and what a write-in campaign looks like in practice.
Run your race
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You define the scope. A write-in campaign can be as targeted as a single community meeting and a yard sign, or as full as a door-knocking operation. We support all of it.
Tell us you're thinking about it.​
This form is just the start of a conversation. Submitting it does not obligate you to run, file, or do anything at all. It simply tells us to reach out. All submissions go directly to Woodstock CAN organizers. Your informationi will not be shared publicly or with any third party. Questions first? Email us at hello@woodstockcan.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact hello@woodstockcan.org with any questions not answered below.
What is the County Commission Chair?
The Cherokee County Commission Chair is the chief elected official of county government. The Chair presides over the Board of Commissioners, sets the agenda for commission meetings, and serves as the public face of the county. The Board controls the county's budget, tax rates, zoning decisions, road maintenance, public safety funding, and most of the services that affect daily life outside city limits and increasingly inside them too.
To hold this office, a candidate must be at least 21 years old, a registered voter in Cherokee County, and must have resided in Cherokee County for at least 12 months prior to the election.
What is a County Commissioner?
County Commissioners represent specific geographic districts on the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners. They vote on county policy, the annual budget, land use, contracts, and appointments. District 1 covers the northwestern portion of the county. Your commissioner is one of your most direct lines to decisions about how your tax dollars are spent and how your community grows.
To hold this office, a candidate must be at least 21 years old, a registered voter, and must have resided in District 1 for at least 12 months prior to the election.
What does the School Board do?
Members of the Cherokee County Board of Education set policy for the Cherokee County School District, one of the largest school systems in Georgia. The Board approves the district's budget, sets academic priorities, hires and evaluates the Superintendent, and makes decisions that affect every student, teacher, and school employee in the county. Districts 3, 4, 5, and 6 each elect one representative to serve on the Board.
To hold this office, a candidate must be at least 21 years old, a registered voter residing in the district they seek to represent, and must have lived in that district for at least 12 months prior to the election. Current employees of the Cherokee County School District are not eligible to serve on the Board.
What is the Solicitor General?
The Solicitor General prosecutes misdemeanor criminal cases in Cherokee County's State Court. This includes offenses like DUI, simple battery, shoplifting, and traffic violations. While the District Attorney handles felonies, the Solicitor General's office is responsible for the everyday administration of criminal justice in the county.
To hold this office, a candidate must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia, at least 25 years old, and a resident of Cherokee County for at least 12 months prior to the election.
How do I know which districts I'm in?
Visit the Georgia My Voter Page (MVP) at mvp.sos.ga.gov. Enter your name and county, then pull up your voter registration record. Your sample ballot and district assignments, including County Commission, School Board, and State Court, will all be listed there. If you're unsure which races appear on your ballot, MVP is the definitive source.