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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 12h

The establishment says that Marietta is “too affordable. Working families know better. Marietta should be a place where families can stay close, young people can buy their first home, and seniors can retire with dignity.

Vote Sam for Mayor on Nov 4.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 1d

I’ll be at Chalktoberfest this Sunday, October 12 from 1-3PM! Look for my scarecrow near the fountain and a sign that says, “I’m running for mayor. Ask me anything.”

Come say hi, take a photo, ask a question — whatever you want.

Vote November 4 or early vote October 14–31.

Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you for being a postcard writer! 🙌🏿

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Isaac Hayes III @isaachayes3.bsky.social · 10d

Meet Sam Foster @samformarietta , a 24-year-old systems engineer running to become the first Black mayor of Marietta, Georgia.

He’s taking on a 78-year-old 15 YEAR incumbent Mayor who recently vetoed Juneteenth.

Go to samformarietta.com to donate to his campaign and support.

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Andrea Learned | Climate Influence Catalyst Ⓥ 🚲 @andrealearned.bsky.social · 2d

I DO love tips to help amplify great emerging young candidates out there on @bsky.app (as they might mostly be on Insta). This tip came via a wise friend in #GA (naturally). This is a great intro video to Sam Foster - running for #mayor of #Marietta : www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG3V... #cities4climate

Sam Foster for Mayor

YouTube video by In Cobb We Trust

www.youtube.com

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

If you live in the City of Marietta, your ballot will include Sam Foster for Mayor, plus City Council, School Board, and the GA Public Service Commission.
Research them all & make your plan to vote early.

✅ Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 4
✅ Early Voting: Oct 14–31

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

Proud to share that I’ve received the Moms’ Seal of Approval on Child Care from MomsRising. Families in Marietta deserve affordable, high-quality child care and educators who are paid fair wages and given the resources they need. Together, we can make Marietta a city that works for everyone.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

Thanks Jen! 🙌🏿

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Postcard Activism 🚫👑 @postcardactivism.bsky.social · 13d

Writing some @tovoters.bsky.social for @samformarietta.bsky.social - Sam Foster is running for Mayor of Marietta! Vote early Oct. 14-31 or on election day, Tues. Nov. 4.
Photo & cards by #StephaniesVision
#PostcardActivism #PostcardsToVoters

Several postcards with dried corn on them in fall colors: orange, brown, yellow, and white. Cards have Be A Voter on them. One card is written to the voter encouraging them to vote for Democrat Sam Fostr for mayor of Marietta, GA.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you for being a super volunteer! I appreciate you 🙌🏿

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KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 10d

Sam Foster
@samformarietta.bsky.social

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Jane Fonda Climate PAC (JanePAC) @janeclimatepac.bsky.social · 4d

A new endorsement in the Peach State: JanePAC is supporting @samformarietta.bsky.social for Mayor of Marietta!

Sam is a climate champion taking on a four-term Republican incumbent. He has a deep understanding of how local land use policy is connected to climate.

Endorsement graphic for Sam Foster for Mayor of Marietta, GA.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 2d

A @runforsomething.net race to keep an eye on: Sam Foster, a 24 year old community activist, running for mayor in Marietta, GA, against a 78 year old incumbent who's been holding the office for 15 years & vetoed a resolution on Juneteenth, among other things. www.mdjonline.com/opinion/arou...

AROUND TOWN: Youth vs. experience: Foster challenges Mayor Tumlin in heated Marietta race

The Marietta mayoral race is heating up as candidate Sam Foster has turned to punchy videos on TikTok and Instagram to sharpen his challenge to longtime incumbent Steve “Thunder” Tumlin.

www.mdjonline.com

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

📣 KSU Marietta students — take 2 mins to check your voter registration!

Last day to register is TODAY Oct 6
✅ Check your registration at www.mvp.sos.ga.gov

Local elections decide things like housing, and transportation, so your voice matters here, too.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

My opponent vetoed recognizing Juneteenth in Marietta. That decision says everything about our different visions for this city.

He’s supporting more storage units and gas stations while I’m fighting for more homes, stronger communities, and a Marietta where affordability isn’t seen as a threat.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · 2d

We did it, Sam Fam — over $50,000 raised from more than 500 grassroots donors.

Thank you for every door knocked, every call made, every dollar given, & every hour volunteered. This movement is real, & it’s because of YOU.

Let’s knock doors, phonebank, & show Marietta what people power looks like.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 19

I’m officially on the ballot for Mayor of Marietta!

Today is a big step in a fight to build a city that works for everyone. A city with affordable housing, safe streets and real transit investments.

Let’s prove that when we come together, we can take on the establishment and win.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 13

You got until October 6th to move 😅

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 13

If it vs beltline rail vs MARTA expansion I'd take beltline rail. Exactly for the reason you're stating. We can get in the way of progress, even if it's not exactly what we want.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 13

Man, when I win these are the types of transit solutions we need to implement

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 13

I kind of agree, but we need suburban expansion well. I think that expansion also has to be couple with good land use, though. The majority of people in "Atlanta" don't even live in the city, but travel there often. There needs to be some sort of rapid connection between these areas.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 12

Thanks for sharing!

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 12

Genuinely, yes. If we're able to energize volunteers and get out the vote, the math is there. It's going to be a tough fight, and I will give everything I have.

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 12

As mayor, I’ll push for inclusionary zoning policies to create a Marietta that's more affordable and livable. If that sounds like a Marietta you'd love to live in, donate today! Even $5 counts.
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Chip in to Support Sam Foster!

Help us build a Marietta for Everyone

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Sam Foster @samformarietta.bsky.social · Aug 12

Mixed-use neighborhoods bring in more revenue without raising taxes, save space, and cut traffic. That extra money can be reinvested into better services & infrastructure.

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