LKe 2.3: Love, Accountability, and Action – Dr. Nikki Jones (Atlanta Runoff for City Council pt.2)

Loving Kindness Everyday: Episode 2.3 Highlights

🎙️ Episode Summary (90-Second Read):
In this episode of Loving Kindness Everyday, host Kindness Calloway sits down with Dr. Nikki Jones for a conversation recorded October 9th, ahead of the November elections that ultimately led to a December 3rd runoff against Eshé Collins (featured in our last episode - click here to listen back).

The episode also previews the upcoming content for Season 2 of the show, quickly featuring State Representative Sam Park of Georgia's District 107.

Dr. Nikki Jones shares her vision for revitalizing Atlanta by addressing pressing issues like public trust in MARTA, improving biking infrastructure, her thoughts on advancing the Beltline rail project, and her views on repairing the city’s sidewalks. Her movement, “Spread Love Instead,” and her focus on accountability underscore a message of hope, community and family-driven progress.

Whether you’re a resident of Atlanta or a champion for positive change, this episode offers valuable insights into Dr. Nikki’s compassionate leadership. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—and remember if you are registered in DeKalb or Fulton County go out and vote on December 3rd! 

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🎧 Full Description (4-Minute Read):

This episode of Loving Kindness Everyday dives deep into Dr. Nicole "Nikki" Evans Jones's campaign for the Post Three At-Large seat on the Atlanta City Council. Host Kindness Calloway also teases Season 2 content, including insights from State Representative Sam Park.

🌟 About Dr. Nikki Jones:
A lifelong Atlantan and retired educator, Dr. Nikki Jones is a third-generation community advocate with 30 years of experience in Atlanta Public Schools. From counselor to principal, she has led four turnaround efforts, focusing on uplifting families and neighborhoods. She’s also a small business owner and a proud alumna of Benjamin E. Mays High School, Howard University, and Clark Atlanta University.

Dr. Nikki’s campaign slogan, “Putting Neighborhoods First,” highlights her dedication to ensuring every Atlanta neighborhood thrives. She plans to foster transparency, access, and inclusion on the City Council.

🚇 Improving Atlanta’s Infrastructure:
Dr. Nikki discusses her vision for bridging the trust gap between MARTA and Atlanta residents, enhancing biking paths, prioritizing Beltline completion ahead of the Beltline Rail project, and addressing the city’s sidewalk crisis. Her ideas are rooted in fostering accountability and compassion through her “Spread Love Instead” movement.

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🗳️ Get Out the Vote!
Make your voice heard in Atlanta’s December 3rd City Council Runoff Election. This is your chance to shape Atlanta’s future!

• Fulton County: Polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. (City of Atlanta)
• DeKalb County: Eligible voters include those in Atlanta, Doraville, and the 3rd or 7th Commission Districts.
• For more information, visit your local elections office: Fulton County Elections or DeKalb County Elections.

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🎙️ Current Council Open Seat:

• Post 3 At-Large (Vacant): Formerly held by Keisha Sean Waites (resigned earlier this year).

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🎧 Stay Connected:
Catch this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Each episode brings thoughtful conversations and highlights leaders like Dr. Nikki Jones, who are passionate about creating meaningful change.

Tune in next time for more interesting and inspiring conversations, and let’s keep spreading kindness - or Love as Dr Nikki says - let's Spread Love Instead!