Former Mayor Shirley Franklin, Ambassador Andrew Young, and late former President Jimmy Carter’s grandson Jason Carter are among those expected to attend.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens kicked off his reelection campaign Tuesday as his administration continues battling accusations relating to the shocking resignation of the city’s inspector general last month.

Mayor Andre Dickens launched his re-election campaign on Tuesday, March 12, with a focus on public safety, infrastructure, housing, and education. With $1.4 million in campaign funds and support from notable figures such as former Mayors Andrew Young and Shirley Franklin and former State Sen.