nate in the news
nate in the news
Our Story, Our Voices, Our Movement
Our Story, Our Voices, Our Movement
From neighborhood forums to local headlines, this is where you’ll find the latest news, videos, and community conversations about our campaign. We’re making waves across Southwest Atlanta and this page keeps you in the loop as we build something powerful, together.
fox5 atlanta interview
Runoff Set for Atlanta's District 11
Voters in Atlanta’s historic District 11 will head back to the polls on December 2 for a runoff election. Nate Jester, a Marine Corps veteran and Harvard Law graduate, calls himself the underdog fighting for his Southwest Atlanta community.
ajc op-ed
Homeownership in Southwest Atlanta should be attainable, not unreachable
Homeownership in Southwest Atlanta should be attainable, not unreachable
Today, Southwest Atlanta is a majority-Black community where fewer than half the homes are owner occupied. We can protect the wealth we have, open new doors, and build a community where everyone has the power to stay, grow and thrive.
BLOG POST
New Blood, Real Roots: A Call for Representative Leadership in District 11
Nate Jester is the Kind of Leadership Southwest Atlanta Deserves ... He’s not running for a title; he’s running because he loves this community and knows what’s at stake ... Talking to Nate felt different. He’s not just talking change—he’s ready to do the work.
NEWS ARTICLE
Meet Nate Jester…Ivy League Educated, Marine Corp Officer and Candidate for Atlanta City Council
Nate Jester is a proud native of Southwest Atlanta, a graduate of Atlanta Public Schools, a Marine Corps veteran, and a Harvard-trained attorney committed to building stronger communities—for us, by us.
Southwest Atlanta Council Candidate Nate Jester Raises over 116,000 Dollars in First Two Months
Southwest Atlanta Council Candidate Nate Jester Raises over 116,000 Dollars in First Two Months
Nate Jester, a Marine Corps veteran, Harvard-educated attorney, small business owner and Southwest Atlanta native announced today his campaign for Atlanta City Council District 11 raised over 116,000 dollars in its first two months powered by over 300 individual contributors.
Nate Jester is aiming to address affordable housing in race for open ATL City Council seat
Nate Jester is aiming to address affordable housing in race for open ATL City Council seat
Nate Jester is a lifelong Atlanta resident, currently residing in Southwest Atlanta. Jester is running for the open city council seat in District 11 ... Jester believes revitalization should be done thoughtfully. His primary goal is supporting and preserving the current community.
Nate Jester, Ex-Marine Takes Aim at Open Atlanta City Council Seat
Nate Jester, Ex-Marine Takes Aim at Open Atlanta City Council Seat
As the local television, radio and newspaper advertising depicts, they are "the few, the proud" and if things work out November 4th, former U.S. Marine Nate Jester could become the newest member of the Atlanta City Council.
Tillman Scholar Voices: Creating Pathways for Progress with Nate Jester
Tillman Scholar Voices: Creating Pathways for Progress with Nate Jester
2019 Tillman Scholar Nate Jester has been heavily involved in the fight for systemic equity ... he is investing time and effort in small business development, affordable housing and student mentorship.
Military experience provides “a level of discipline and willingness to work hard even when it’s uncomfortable,” says Nathan Jester
Military experience provides “a level of discipline and willingness to work hard even when it’s uncomfortable,” says Nathan Jester
“I definitely appreciate what the Naval Academy taught me and how it made me better. One thing, it made me into a really hard worker and really disciplined,” he says, qualities that his five years in the military developed further.