FAQ

  • When is the Athens Mayoral Election?

    The election will be on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Early & absentee voting will start before that but dates have not yet been set.

  • Who is able to vote for Mayor of Athens-Clarke County?

    All registered voters who reside in Clarke County, Georgia; including Clarke County residents who live in Winterville or Bogart.

  • How can I make sure I am registered to vote?

    You can check your voter registration (an register if you are not already) at the Georgia My Voter page.

  • How can I help Tim Denson's Mayoral Campaign?

    Click here to sign up to volunteer. If you want to help in some other kind of way, please email contact@timforathens.com

  • Is there a Primary Election for the Mayor's Race?

    No, the state made all local elections in consolidated governments be non-partisan. To win, Tim Denson will have to receive more than 50% of the vote. If nobody receives more than 50%, then the top two finishers will go to a runoff election in June 2026.

  • What does it mean that Athens-Clarke County is a "consolidated government?"

    In January of 1991, the city government of Athens and the county government of Clarke County unified and became a consolidated government. This was enacted after a voter referendum passed in 1990. Now, the government roles of the city government and county government are overseen by a single Mayor & Commission and County Manager. You can read more here.

  • What is DSA?

    The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is the largest socialist organization in the United States. DSA’s members are building progressive movements for social change while establishing an openly democratic socialist presence in American communities and politics.

    Capitalism is a system designed by the owning class to exploit the rest of us for their own profit. We must replace it with democratic socialism, a system where ordinary people have a real voice in our workplaces, neighborhoods, and society. We want a democracy powered by everyday people. The capitalist class tells us we are powerless, but together we can take back control.

    You can learn more about the Athens Area DSA at AthensAreaDSA.org and the National DSA at dsausa.org!

  • How can i get a yard sign?

    Email contact@timforathens.com and we will coordinated getting a Tim for Athens yard sign dropped off with you! Yard signs are also available at any campaign event, canvassing shift, or Athens Area DSA event!