The Best-Dressed List: A Who's-Who of Empty Suits and Political Performances
The AJC just released their “Best Dressed” list of Georgia legislators.
The Best-Dressed List: A Whos-Who of Empty Suits and Political Performances
The AJC just released their “Best Dressed” list of Georgia legislators.
Let’s get something straight: this Best Dressed List is not about accomplishments or substance—it’s about who’s wearing the right clothes and looking good in front of the camera. The politicians on this list may look sharp, but when it comes to their political work, most of them have nothing to show for it. Particularly when it comes to the Democrats and Rep. Charlice Byrd—a woman who deserves a spot on the list, but not for fashion. Let's break it down.
The Democrats: Masters of Fashion, But Masters of Nothing Else
Take the Democrats on the list, for example. Rep. Michelle Au from Johns Creek, an anesthesiologist by trade, looks well put together and dresses "timelessly" with an eye for classic style. But when it comes to pushing for conservative values, crickets. Her accomplishments in the legislature? Not so impressive. Her fashion may be on point, but where is her track record of legislative success? Nowhere to be found.
Then there’s Sen. RaShaun Kemp from Atlanta, who draws inspiration from Barack Obama and Coleman Domingo for his fashion choices. Great. But let's be honest: he’s got style but not much substance when it comes to actual legislative action. It’s all about making an impression, not getting anything done. And don’t even get me started on Sen. Harold Jones II and Rep. Inga Willis, who spend more time curating their wardrobe than they do fighting for actual reforms.
Charlice Byrd: The One Who Destroyed the Freedom Caucus
And then there’s Rep. Charlice Byrd, the notorious Woodstock Republican. While Byrd may have impeccable fashion taste—emulating Jackie O—she’s singlehandedly destroyed the Freedom Caucus in the House, turning it into nothing more than a party of one. She might look like a million bucks, but politically, she’s done more to undermine conservative values than most could imagine. The Freedom Caucus? A shadow of what it once was, thanks to Byrd’s strategic sabotage. But hey, at least she’s got the right earrings and shoes, right?
Is This Really What We Should Celebrate?
At the end of the day, the Best Dressed List tells you everything about the appearance of Georgia’s lawmakers, but nothing about their effectiveness. Fashion is fun and all, but it’s not going to fix the education system, cut taxes, or fund law enforcement in Georgia. We need legislators who are focused on real work and policy changes, not who can wear the most elegant suit or pair of shoes.
This list is a who’s-who of people who can look great on the surface but have no real accomplishments to back it up. Georgia First News believes that fashion should never take the place of substance in politics. Let's keep our focus where it belongs: on the issues that matter and the real change that needs to happen.
If Georgia’s lawmakers want to be remembered for anything more than their wardrobe, it’s time to start acting like leaders, not just well-dressed puppets.
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