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City Councilman D2 Candidate Dr. Israel Barsh sees LaGrange as a city within a city.

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CANDIDATE FOR CITY COUNCIL D2

Dr. Israel Barsh LaGrange, GA District 2 City Councilman Candidate
Last day to register to Vote – October 5, 2026
Advance in person Voting – October 13, 2026, thru Oct 30, 2026
Last day to submit ABSENTEE BALLOT -October 23, 2026

A Vision for a Safer, Stronger, growth prosperity in District 2

Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette

01

Public Safety

& Crime Reduction

  • Reduce gun violence and gang activity with community policing and neighborhood watch programs.

02

Economic Growth

& Jobs

  • Attract new industries — technology, logistics, clean energy — while supporting local small businesses.

03

Affordable Housing

& Homelessness

  • Expand affordable and workforce housing projects.

City Council candidate Israel Barsh sees a city within a city with affordable homes, economic development, lower utilities, and a safe place as we work with the police chief.

Dr. Israel Barsh LaGrange, GA District 2 City Councilman Candidate

Dr Israel Barsh
 
In November, Dr. Israel Barsh is running for the City Councilman D2 seat in LaGrange, also sought by 7 other candidates. Dr. Barsh has previously run for public office in LaGrange, having stayed actively involved in attending council meetings. Dr. Barsh is the CEO and Founder of Lionsgate Coalition and the U.S. Global Office of Nonprofits LLC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps establish nonprofits, and a member of the LaGrange-Troup Chamber of Commerce, his passion as City Councilmen D2 , he is a native son, grew up working at the William Griggs Center, his Godparents were Mr. William Ruby Griggs, who were his 2nd parents. He worked under Commissioner English, elementary school at Dawson street, attended the Boys Jr High school graduated as a Senior Favorite at the Lagrange High School. He has deep roots in lagrange even attended East Depot Kindergarten, His desire is to REVIVE the D2 , Bring affordable homes, funplaces for you as Bowling alleys skating rings. Seek to  lower the Utilities, provide better series for the Elderly. Create mentorship programs for the youth and youth employments. Former USA 1Lt. Army AG Corp over 12 years, graduated from Washington State University in 1989 BA in Social Work/ Military Science,  founder Principal of K-12 Academy of Excellence in Tacoma wa, received  Letter of Commendation in 1992 for Ourstanding  Community service.   

Dr. Israel Barsh LaGrange, GA District 2 City Councilman Candidate

MEET ISRAEL

Dr. Israel Barsh campaign is about more than policies—it’s about believing in the possibility of a better Lagrange City. His leadership is rooted D2, justice, and the belief that by expanding opportunity in every corner of our City, we can all rise together. We deserve better. We deserve jobs and justice. We deserve great schools and safety.

Join DR. BARSH as he fights for:

·         A district D2 where middle-class families can afford to live.  There will be NO HOMELESS.

·         Schools that uplift every child, from cradle to career.

·         A goal for better jobs for every Granger.

·         Safer, stronger neighborhoods.

·         A sustainable, thriving future.

Together, we can reimagine what’s possible. If you believe in DR. BARSH , join our movement today.

My Priorities

  • Government accountability and transparency

  • Jobs, workforce training, and economic opportunity

  • Youth investment, mentoring, and safer communities

  • Neighborhood respect and community restoration

My Commitment

  • Listen to the people

  • Tell the truth

  • Fight for opportunity

  • Serve with courage and integrity

Dr. Israel Barsh LaGrange, GA District 2 City Councilman Candidate
Georgia State Capitol

Invest in Our Future Together

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Every dollar you contribute to this campaign is more than a donation—it’s a vote of confidence in the future of our community. Running for city council isn’t about me, it’s about us. It’s about building a city where families feel safe, businesses thrive, and every resident has the opportunity to succeed.

Your donation directly fuels this movement by:

  • Connecting with voters – Printing yard signs, campaign literature, and digital outreach to share our vision with every neighborhood.

  • Building a strong grassroots team – Supporting volunteers, organizing community events, and ensuring every voice is heard.

  • Keeping the source of our campaign – Relying on the people, not special interests, to power our work.

  • Reaching every corner of the city – From door-to-door conversations to town hall meetings, your support helps us engage with residents where they are.

  • I promise you this: every contribution, no matter the size, will be used wisely, responsibly, and with the highest respect for the trust you’ve placed in me. Together, we can build a city that reflects our shared values and dreams.

  • This campaign isn’t possible without you. Thank you for believing in what we can achieve—together.

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THE BEST WAY TO secure THE FUTURE IS TO CREATE IT

Barsh District 2 City Council

Electing Dr. Israel Prince Barsh as District 2 City Council will shift the trajectory of the entire city.

VOTE BARSH NOV.3

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