ALEX SOMER SUSPENDS MAYORAL CAMPAIGN, ENDORSES DONTAYE CARTER FOR MAYOR OF SANDY SPRINGS
SANDY SPRINGS, GA — Today, Alex Somer announced that he is suspending his campaign for Mayor of Sandy Springs and offering his full endorsement to community leader Dontaye Carter. After months of conversations with residents, stakeholders, and city leaders, Somer said the decision comes from a place of clarity and commitment—not just to a campaign, but to the future of Sandy Springs.
“This decision was not made lightly,” said Somer. “I entered this race because I believe deeply in the potential of Sandy Springs. After thoughtful reflection and honest conversations with people I trust, including Dontaye, I’ve come to see that the most impactful path forward—for both our community and myself—is not a contest between visions, but a collaboration toward shared purpose.”
“Dontaye Carter has consistently demonstrated the clarity of leadership, commitment to ethical governance, and unshakable passion needed to lead our city through its next chapter,” Somer continued. “I am proud to stand with him and offer my full endorsement for his candidacy for mayor.”
Somer also announced that he will now be pursuing a seat on the Sandy Springs City Council, representing District 4. He emphasized that his decision to refocus his campaign is grounded in a desire to create meaningful change where it matters most—at the intersection of community needs and government action.
“My heart is in this city, and I know that service doesn’t require a title—it requires a purpose,” Somer added. “By stepping into the race for City Council, I can focus on delivering tangible results for families, small businesses, and schools right here in my district.”
Mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter praised the move as a testament to Somer’s integrity and shared commitment to the future of Sandy Springs.
“Alex and I have had a powerful discussion about making an impact in the city we both love,” Carter said. “We are both passionate about education and ensuring that we’re building a city that is not just home to all but welcoming to all. This city deserves transparent, honest, and ethical leadership—leadership focused on building a city that we can all—and I mean all—call home. We both have young children, and it matters deeply to us what this city looks like for the families who are investing in Sandy Springs now and for generations to come.” Carter continued, “I’m honored to receive Alex’s endorsement, and I’m equally proud to publicly endorse his campaign for City Council in District 4. His thoughtfulness, conviction, and collaborative spirit make him exactly the kind of leader we need on the Council. I look forward to working alongside him to help move Sandy Springs forward—together.”
This alignment between Carter and Somer signals a new era of collaboration and shared vision in Sandy Springs—one that prioritizes progress over politics and people over personal ambition. This alliance sends a clear message: a unified vision, rooted in integrity and inclusion, will shape a brighter future for all who call this city home.
