Former Mayor Shirley Franklin will formally endorse Aaron Johnson for South Fulton City Council during a special rally of support this Thursday, July 24 at 6 p.m. at Enon Ranch, located in South Fulton.
Franklin, the first woman to serve as mayor of Atlanta and the first Black woman elected mayor of a major Southern city, released the following statement ahead of the event:
“I am proud to stand with Aaron Johnson in his campaign for South Fulton City Council. Aaron is a thoughtful, values‑driven leader who has consistently demonstrated his deep commitment to public service, neighborhood empowerment, and community advancement. Over the past 20 years, I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Aaron on initiatives that have improved the entire metro Atlanta region—from health and education to government, the environment, and transportation. His steady leadership, tireless work ethic, and deep roots in the community make him uniquely qualified to serve.”…