Matt Denham

Buket Urgen

Matt is a leadership professional. He works at Area9 Lyceum. He previously worked at Disney, Time Inc, Pearson Education and McGraw Hill Education.

Matt Denham's campaign for Clay County Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

Supports creating "high quality, sustainable job opportunities."

Supports fiscal responsibility by ensuring tax dollars are spent on "high return priorities" and aligned with community needs, and aims to attract alternate investments like grants.

Economy

Supports prioritizing education for youth and fostering a learning and growth mindset for all county residents.

Public Services

As of January 2, 2026, Matt Denham’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Andy James

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Christian Reagan

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Christian Reagan previously ran for U.S. House Representative in 2024 but did not win.

Believes increasing gas and oil drilling will help reduce national debt.

As of January 2, 2026, Christian Reagan’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Opposes investing in "green energy" and supports investing in oil and gas exploration and refineries.

Dwight S. McClure, Sr.

As of January 2, 2026, Dwight S. McClure, Sr.’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Jason A. Rickett

Jason A. Rickett's campaign for Clay County Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

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Robert Seibert

Robert Seibert's campaign for Clay County Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

As of January 2, 2026, Robert Seibert’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Tighe White

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Tighe is a residential and commercial builder with Tighe White Construction.

Hayesville, Brasstown, Tusquitee Valley, Warne, Clay County ...

As of January 2, 2026, Tighe White’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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