

Endorsements of Support

Former Chair
Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners
2011-2020
Charlotte Hall Nash
I am supporting Tuwanda Williams for Superior Court because I know she will be an excellent judge. The first word that comes to my mind when I think of Tuwanda is integrity. Over the time we worked together, her honesty was proven over and over again. I know she can be trusted.
I have watched her interact with many different individuals under many different circumstances. She is unfailingly honest and forthright in sharing information and communicates in a manner that is respectful without diluting the message.
Even under the most difficult of situations, she maintains her composure and demonstrates the ability to listen and understand. Everyone can expect her courtroom to be a place where justice is even-handed, but seasoned with compassion when appropriate.

Former Gwinnett County District Attorney
1992-2020
Danny Porter
It is my pleasure to announce my endorsement and support of Tuwanda Rush Williams in her candidacy for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge. As the longtime former District Attorney of the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit, I became acquainted with Tuwanda in her capacity as a Senior Assistant County Attorney in 2005. She was relied upon by our staff to provide periodic legal guidance and information about pending civil litigation matters arising from the prosecution of persons by the Assistant District Attorneys in my office. She also handled the defense of malicious prosecution and other civil lawsuits that were filed against the attorneys. As Deputy County Attorney, she continued to provide legally sound advice and guidance on matters that impacted the Gwinnett County Police, Sheriff’s and Corrections Departments, especially during the 2020 Covid outbreak at the Gwinnett Correctional Complex. I believe that her even temper, good judgment, and reliability will make her a great judge.

Former Georgia State Senator
Renee Unterman
When I was working on legislation to fight against human trafficking of our children, Tuwanda was Deputy County Attorney, and she worked with me to ensure that we had the tools and procedures in place to get trafficked children and adult victims the medical and psychiatric services they needed.
I’m asking you to vote for Tuwanda Williams for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge on Tuesday, so she can continue working to keep Gwinnett County safe for families.

Atorney-at-Law
Attorney B. Thassanee Gutter-Parker
I endorse Tuwanda, as she has 31 years of experience as an attorney, and her knowledge of the breadth of laws which affect our citizens. Her addition to the Bench will benefit Gwinnett!

Vice Chair of Candidate Recruitment
Democratic Party of Georgia
Scout Smith
I believe that Tuwanda Rush Williams embodies the qualities we want in a Judge. She has been inclusive in her campaign making sure she has attempted to make contact with all the people of Gwinnett County.
Tuwanda has the legal background and experience.
I also believe that she is doing this for all the right reasons, looking to serve her community with the skills she has been blessed with.
As Vice Chair of Candidate Recruitment of Democratic Party of Georgia, she is the type candidate I wish we had more of for every seat in Georgia. She has my full support!

Georgia State Senate District 5
Senator Sheikh Rahman
I am pleased to endorse Tuwanda Rush Williams for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge. She has been a formidable leader in Gwinnett & abroad over the past 30 years.

Former Gwinnett Assistant District Attorney (White Collar Division)
Attorney Chuck Ross
I am supporting Tuwanda Rush Williams for Gwinnett County Superior Court because I have had the opportunity to work with her as colleagues in the court system, as fellow officers of the Gwinnett County Bar Association and most importantly, to interact as friends. Tuwanda is the same fair and just person whether she was representing Gwinnett County, the City of Norcross, fellow members of the bar or just hanging out with friends. She is a genuine person with a character that is uncompromising. Tuwanda has the experience that Gwinnett Citizens need and deserve. As an Assistant County Attorney, she represented everyone with tenacity, expertise and common sense, whether it was a County Commissioner, first responder or any of the countless valuable employees of Gwinnett County that keep this great community running. She had a ringside seat to every issue that was on the mind of Gwinnetians and is running for the right reasons, to serve this great community! The most important quality that makes Tuwanda a strong candidate is what has made her such a great lawyer, common sense. While Tuwanda has a great legal mind, a compassionate demeanor and a selfless personality, having common sense in the courtroom is the key trait every great judge has. Being able to peel back layers of noise to get to the truth is a trait that Tuwanda exceeds in.

Georgia State House District 97
Representative Ruwa Romman
As a result of her knowledge and experience in over 25 areas of the law, I am endorsing Tuwanda Rush Williams for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge. Her leadership and integrity will serve as her motivation to empower Gwinnett citizens on the bench. Join me in supporting her on or before June 18th.

Minority Whip, Gwinnett Delegation
State Representative Sam Park
I am pleased to endorse Tuwanda Rush Williams in the race for Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge. She has the right experience, skills, passion for social justice, and temperament for the court.

Georgia State Representative District 111
State Representative Rey Martinez
I have had the pleasure to know Tuwamda Rush Williams during my time representing District 111 in Gwinnett County. Mrs. Williams's dedication & experience will be an asset to the residents of Gwinnett County. I hope you will join me in supporting & voting for Mrs. Williams for Superior Court Judge.

Georgia State Representative District 110
State Representative Segun Adeyina
I am confident that Tuwanda Rush Williams will serve with distinction as Superior Court Judge. Her expertise, integrity, and dedication to the law makes her an ideal candidate for this critical role. It is with the utmost conviction that I endorse Tuwanda Rush Williams for this position.

Mayor of Norcross, Georgia
Honorable Craig Newton
I am honored to endorse Tuwanda Rush Williams for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge. I have trusted and relied heavily on her advice and dedicated revisions to the City of Norcross Charter. She is an invaluable asset to Gwinnett County at large. Join me in supporting Tuwanda on or before June 18th.

Lawrenceville City Councilwoman Post 4
Marlene Taylor-Crawford
“I have known Tuwanda since 2004, and I am proud to call Tuwanda a community leader and my friend. She is a difference maker who answers the call to service. Tuwanda is a woman of integrity, and she has earned the respect of the community. She is intelligent, dedicated to serving the community, compassionate to ensuring she addresses the needs of others, a visionary who plants seeds in the lives of others, especially youth. The level of respect others have for her speaks volumes. Tuwanda has a wealth of knowledge regarding legal matters and community resources."

Norcross City Councilman
Andrew Hixson
I am elated to voluntarily endorse Tuwanda Rush Williams in her candidacy for Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge. I became acquainted with Tuwanda when we were both members of the 30th Anniversary Class of Leadership Gwinnett. I was impressed with her strong commitment, admirable participation and personable demeanor throughout our nine months in the program. Since our graduation from the program in 2015, Tuwanda’s personal and professional reputation, community service, and civic engagement has remained stellar. She clearly possesses all the qualities that I think are important to be an excellent Superior Court Judge – an even temper, integrity, and trustworthy.

Friendship Baptist Church Duluth
Pastor Ronald Bowens
Tuwanda Rush Williams, a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church for nearly 20 years, is poised to run for the office of Gwinnett Superior Court Judge. Sister Williams has demonstrated her love and commitment to serving others rightly. The Friendship Family is very proud of Sister Williams and we are enthusiastically committed to supporting her all the way.

New Jerusalem Baptist Church Lawrenceville
Pastor Elijah Collins, Jr.
I am Pastor Elijah Collins, Jr. and I am happy to announce my endorsement and support of Tuwanda Rush Williams for Superior Court Judge of Gwinnett County, Georgia. I have known Tuwanda since 2005 when she and her family were members of New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She has always been an advocate of the people and a person full of compassion and integrity. Throughout the years of knowing Tuwanda, I have sought after and relied upon her legal advice, both professionally and personally when I needed to make decisions for my church congregation. I wholeheartedly trust and believe that Tuwanda Williams will fill the position of Superior Court Judge with the balance of wisdom, compassion and strength that is needed for this county.

Lawrenceville City Councilman
Austin Thompson, Jr.
I am fully endorsing Tuwanda Rush Williams for Gwinnett Superior Court Judge! Gwinnett has been made the better by her service and leadership!