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Nikki Merritt

State Senator,
Georgia Senate District 9

Democrat

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Nikki sponsored a resolution that commends the work of the Georgia Federation of Democratic Women and the fight for gender equality.

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Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates endorsed this candidate for the 2024 General Election.

Sep 20, 2024

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“Abortion bans are putting the lives of women at risk by delaying critical medical care. Georgia must prioritize women's health and prevent avoidable tragedies.”

Sep 17, 2024

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“Abortion bans are putting the lives of women at risk by delaying critical medical care. Georgia must prioritize women's health and prevent avoidable tragedies.”

Sep 16, 2024

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“Abortion bans are putting the lives of women at risk by delaying critical medical care. Georgia must prioritize women's health and prevent avoidable tragedies.”

Sep 16, 2024

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Reproductive Freedom for All endorsed this candidate for the 2024 General Election.

Jul 29, 2024

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This candidate is endorsed by Georgia WIN List for the 2024 General Election.

Jul 15, 2024

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“Protecting abortion rights and allowing women to make family planning decisions without government intervention - we need to decriminalize reproductive healthcare”

Jun 22, 2024

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“Breaking news! I am beyond ecstatic to hear that the Supreme Court has decided to protect Womens right to choose and access the abortion pill mifepristone. Although Roe v. Wade has been overturned, I am dedicated to safeguarding the right to choose in Georgia.”

Jun 13, 2024

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“Today, our Roe V Wade anniversary was full of sadness at the rights weve lost, but Democrats support a womans right to choose, and we are full of drive for legislation like SR 136, that would allow Georgians to protect their right to privacy and autonomy at the ballot box.”

Jan 22, 2024

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The more we restrict reproductive freedom, the more we tell women we don't trust them to make decisions and plans for their own families," "Instead of treating women like adults, politicians here at the Gold Dome think that they should make medical decisions for us, as if we're not capable of good judgment.

Jan 22, 2024

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“On this day in 1973, the Supreme Court made the landmark decision affirming a womans freedom of privacy in making decisions about reproductive healthcare. This case gave countless women the freedom to choose how to live their lives, and we must continue to fight for womens freedom to control their own bodies. Learn more at https://reproductiverights.org/roe-v-wade/”

Jan 22, 2024

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Sponsored SR 186

Nikki sponsored a resolution that commends the work of the Georgia Federation of Democratic Women and the fight for gender equality.

Feb 21, 2023

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Sponsored SR 136

Nikki sponsored a resolution that proposes a constitutional amendment to create and protect the right to reproductive freedom in GA, including abortion without limit up until fetal viability.

Feb 14, 2023

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Sponsored SB 15

Nikki sponsored a bill to remove “unborn child” from the definition of “Natural Person” in the Georgia code and replace it with “a human being from the moment of birth”.

Jan 24, 2023

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“How many more attacks on a woman's ability to control her body will occur under 4 more years of Kemp? Think about it, then imagine reversing Georgia's abortion ban and expanding woman's healthcare options under 4 years of @staceyabrams”

Oct 30, 2022

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Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates endorsed this candidate for the 2022 General Election.

Aug 23, 2022

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“The only people who can make this true are Georgia voters. Abortion rights are on the ballot in November. We must prioritize key pro-choice candidates like Warnock for US Senate, @staceyabrams, @senatorjen Jordan for Attorney General, and @charlie4georgia Bailey for Lt. Governor”

Jun 27, 2022

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“My statement on todays decision overturning Roe v. Wade. Ill never stop fighting for the right to choose.”

Jun 24, 2022

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“I am outraged and saddened, all I can think of is the future of young women like my 20 year old daughter, thier safety, and access to healthcare. Now more than ever we must ensure pro-choice candidates make it to the Georgia legislature. The fight is not over, we won't give up.”

Jun 24, 2022

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“I looked forward to supporting the efforts of our county Commissioner @Kirkland_Carden to protect #ReproductiveFreedom in #GwinnettCounty, and call on my Gwinnett Democratic delegation colleagues and pro-choice elected Democrats to do the same. #ProtectAbortionRights”

Jun 24, 2022

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“Leave it to Republicans to espouse about a free nation while shackling a woman's right to choose. Last I check the only people destroying property were Republican insurrectionist destroying our Nations Capitol. A million women marched on DC, nothing destroyed, I think we are good”

Jun 24, 2022

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“Come out and support our @GASenateDems Time to get Majority ready! Help us continue to fight for Georgia families. Expanding Medicaid, ensuring reproductive freedom, and voter protections are all on the agenda. Join us!”

May 4, 2022

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Gwinnett Democrats took the fight to the streets to let Georgians know abortion access is in crisis. May not be an "if" #roevwade is overturned but when. Primary turnout is critical, vote for pro-choice candidates who will protect your reproductive freedom #VoteBlueIn2022

May 3, 2022

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Voted No on SB 456

Nikki voted against a bill that requires physicians to prescribe abortion pill only after in-person visit; prohibits physician distribution of abortion pill in school facilities or on state property.

Mar 1, 2022

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“Our goal should be policies to improve lives and public health, instead GA Republican's push vaccine efficacy lies, attacks on reproductive health, local government takeovers, class room censorship, deadly gun legislation, and more voter restrictions this session. Who benefits?”

Jan 31, 2022

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Vote Pro Choice endorsed this candidate for the 2022 General Assembly Election.

Jan 3, 2022

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Signed a brief addressed to the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold abortion rights. Stating: “The constitutional precepts which State Legislators must protect include the principle enunciated by this Court, as firmly encompassed by the right to privacy, that a woman has the right to decide to terminate a pre-viability pregnancy without undue governmental interference…. “As a fundamental right guaranteed by the constitution, and one that strikes at the heart of ordered liberty and individual autonomy, a woman’s right to decide whether to terminate a pre-viability pregnancy should be insulated from the rhetoric and interests of groups whose sole purpose is to undermine Roe and eliminate the fundamental rights enunciated in that case….”

Oct 5, 2021

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“I am proud to have @emilyslist's List endorsement. With their incredible work helping pro-choice progressive women get elected it is an honor to have their support in my commitment to make sure women's rights remain protected in Georgia. #gapol”

Jul 24, 2020

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“I am proud to have EMILY's Lists endorsement. With their incredible work helping pro-choice progressive women get elected it is an honor to have their support in my commitment to make sure women's rights remain protected in Georgia. #gapol”

Jul 24, 2020

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“Great news!! Today a Federal Judge shot down Georgia's anti-abortion bill #HB481, ruled unconstitutional!! #gapol”

Jul 13, 2020

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“Thank you for the support! Honored to be endorsed by Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates. Together we will protect and expand women's and reproductive rights. #gapol #gadems”

Apr 22, 2020

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Georgia WIN List endorsed this candidate for the 2020 General Assembly Election.

Jan 3, 2020

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“@mokahforgeorgia voting rights, reproductive justice, and supporting public education!”

Nov 19, 2019

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“I am concerned about women having the choice to control their bodies.When we don't have the proper leadership in Georgia we get shameful legislation like #hb481 #Georgia. I will always fight for womens right to choose #votenikkimerritt State Senate District 9 #merritt4ga #GA”

Apr 12, 2019

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