Author Archives: Kasim Reed for Mayor
Mayor Kasim Reed Salutes the Service Men and Women of the United States Armed Forces on Veterans Day
“Today, I am proud to honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have served and protected our great nation. As Mayor of the City of Atlanta, I salute the extraordinary individuals who have made the … Continue reading
You’re Invited: 11th Annual Rev. Joseph E. Lowery Lecture Series on Civic Engagement
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Should the Beltline get T-SPLOST money? Yes
For more than a year, the leadership of the 10-county metropolitan Atlanta region has met to develop a project list for next summer’s critical vote on a 1-cent sales tax for transportation. The five members of the Atlanta Regional Roundtable’s … Continue reading
Mayor Reed in Washington Working to Bring Jobs to Atlanta
As President Obama works to pass his new jobs bill, Mayor Reed is in Washington this week working to make sure Atlanta gets its share of those jobs. “I think we need to pursue the jobs bill, which is why … Continue reading
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Statement from Mayor Kasim Reed on the Anniversary of 9/11
“Upon the tenth anniversary of 9/11, we pause to reflect upon the tragic events which are etched into our collective memories. Following the senseless loss of life and the extensive destruction on September 11, 2001, our country stood together during … Continue reading
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Statement from Mayor Kasim Reed on President Obama’s Jobs Speech
“I am pleased that President Obama stepped forward tonight to lay out a plan to the American people which will revitalize our national economy and create new jobs for our workforce. As Americans, we have become weary of the political … Continue reading
Mayor Reed Discusses President Obama’s Economic Record on MSNBC
Mayor Kasim Reed joins MSNBC’s Chuck Todd to assess the president’s record on the economy, and whether some are attempting to divide African-Americans, a group hit particularly hard by the recession, as a way to attack President Obama’s re-election campaign.
Mayor Kasim Reed and The White House Announce Speakers and Program for the Atlanta Urban Entrepreneurship Forum
Mayor Kasim Reed, The White Office Business Council and The White House Office of Public Engagement on Wednesday announced that Tyler Perry, founder of Tyler Perry Studios, and Ofelia de la Valette, founder and owner of Dance 101, will serve … Continue reading
Statement from Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed on the Passing of Rev. Howard Creecy, Jr.
“Atlanta lost a great spiritual and civic leader today with the passing of Rev. Howard Creecy, Jr. Throughout the years, Rev. Creecy inspired and touched everyone he came in contact with. He was a pastor, mentor, friend and confidante to … Continue reading
Kasim Reed rings the closing bell at NASDAQ
In recent weeks, Mayor Kasim Reed’s economic leadership has put Atlanta in the national spotlight. With appearances on Meet the Press and profiles in Roll Call and The Economist, Mayor Reed’s economic leadership has been recognized nationwide. Today, Mayor Reed … Continue reading
