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Draper Paper: Join me at Lazy Betty 😋 on Monday

Draper Paper: Join me at Lazy Betty 😋 on Monday

And other fun ways to help fantastic candidates win in November

Saira Draper
August 29, 2026

I don’t think I know any politicians that like the fundraising aspect of our job. But the truth is it is necessary for success, especially in competitive races.

What do we use the money for? In the months before an election, it’s to get our name and message out. Communication with voters through mail, digital advertising, ad space, and events costs money. And studies show that it takes at least seven touches with the average voter to remember a candidate at all. The further down the ballot a candidate finds themself, the more touches it takes. Those down ballot races— think Attorney General, SOS, State House, State Senate, County Commission, etc— have great impact on voters’ every day lives.

If you want to make a difference this election cycle, invest in flippable seats!

Obviously you can give directly to candidates through their websites. I’ve done a lot of that this cycle.

But another fun way to give is by attending a fundraiser. Grab some bites and your beverage of choice, meet and mingle with like-minded attendees, and hear directly from the candidates you are investing in.

I’m co-hosting several fundraisers in the coming weeks. All of these candidates are fantastic. Some will flip a valuable seat from red to blue with the proper support, and others will hold on to vulnerable Dem gains. Please join me at any or all of the following events.

Join Me at these Upcoming Fundraisers

Monday, August 31: Tanya Miller for Attorney General @ Lazy Betty

Lazy Betty and hearing from Tanya Miller? What a treat!

Thursday, September 3: Re-Elect Peter Hubbard to the PSC

We flipped this seat recently, breaking the Republican chokehold on the PSC. He’s making a huge difference. Let’s keep him on the PSC, fighting for everyday Georgians. Location in Druid Hills.

Saturday, September 12: Beth Fuller for State House District 53

This seat is crucial in our quest to flip the Georgia House of Representatives- and Beth is an incredible candidate.

Tuesday, September 29: Re-Elect Rep. Tangie Herring

Rep. Herring hold one of the most vulnerable Dem seats in the Georgia House. We must keep her seat in order to flip the House

Bonus Event: Fair and Square Elections

I’ll be on a panel this week discussing one of my favorite topics, elections. I’ll be joined by Gabriel Sterling from the SOS office, and Kim Allen, co-founder of Power the Vote. We invite you to join.

Get in Touch

There are several ways you can share your concerns, request assistance, or let me know about activities in our neighborhoods.

The best way to get in touch is through the contact us form on my website. But, you can also reach me by calling the office (404-656-0265), sending an email to [email protected], or visiting the Capitol. My office is 604-D in the Coverdell Legislative Office Building across the street from the Capitol.

Support this Work

The work to turn Georgia blue is not possible without donor support. Your contribution goes toward staff salaries, operations, and communications with voters (like this newsletter!).

If you found value in this newsletter, or if value what I bring to the Georgia legislature, please consider supporting my campaign today.

Contributions to Friends of Saira Draper Inc. are not deductible for tax purposes. State law allows individuals, corporations, and Political Action Committees to contribute a maximum of $3,300 for the primary, $1,800 for the runoff, and $3,300 for the general election.

Yours in service,