Rob Clifton is an American politician, businessman, and a member of the member of the Georgia House of Representatives for the 131st district since January 13, 2025.[1]
Clifton currently serves on the Economic Development and Tourism, Interstate Cooperation and Transportation committees.
Elections
2024
On November 5, 2024, Clifton defeated Democrat opponent Heather White in the general election.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Rob Clifton | 21,351 | 65.1% | −51.2 | |
| Georgia Democratic Party | Heather White | 11,466 | 34.9% | +34.9 | |
| Total votes | 32,817 | 100.0% | |||
Clifton defeated fellow Republican Paul Abbott in the June 18, 2024 runoff election after no candidate secured a majority in the primary election.[2]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Rob Clifton | 1,561 | 73.3% | +24.5 | |
| Republican | Paul Abbott | 569 | 26.7% | +7.9 | |
| Total votes | 2,130 | 100.0% | |||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Rob Clifton | 1,887 | 48.8% | N/A | |
| Republican | Paul Abbott | 728 | 18.8% | N/A | |
| Republican | Russell Wilder | 674 | 17.4% | N/A | |
| Republican | Benjamin Cairns | 333 | 8.6% | N/A | |
| Republican | David Byrne | 247 | 6.4% | N/A | |
| Total votes | 3,869 | 100.0% | |||
Political positions
Clifton maintains conservative political beliefs, and wants to "represent [the District] and the conservatives of Columbia County."[3] He stated he wants to "hold true to what [his] county is" and avoid liberalization as Columbia County urbanizes.[3]
Abortion
Clifton is "pro-life".[3] On a April 1, 2024 candidate survey conducted by Georgia Life Alliance, Clifton stated abortion should be illegal in all instances.[4] He supports the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (2022) and Georgia's "Heartbeat Bill".[4]
Law enforcement
On February 6, 2025, Clifton sponsored HB 309, which would require county government to receive majority public support in a ballot referendum before a county police force may be abolished.[5]
Personal life
Clifton is a father of two, and is the CEO of SD Clifton Construction.[3][6][7]
Clifton is a member of the Journey Community Church.[3]
References
- ^ "Rob Clifton (Georgia)". Ballotpedia. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 5, 2025.
- ^ Hill, Stephanie (June 19, 2024). "Clifton wins District 131 runoff in Columbia County". The Augusta Press. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Wright, Liz (March 18, 2024). "Local builder explains his candidacy for District 131". The Augusta Press. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 5, 2025.
- ^ a b "Georgia Candidate Pro-Life Certification Application for Rob Clifton" (PDF). Georgia Life Alliance. April 1, 2024. Archived (PDF) from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ "Georgia HB309 | TrackBill". trackbill.com. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ Cline, Damon. "S.D. Clifton Construction celebrates 30 years in business". The Augusta Chronicle. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ "Rob Clifton - SD Clifton Construction, Inc".
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