About Me
My background
Erick Allen learned from his parents that faith without good deeds falls short. Erick’s father, a retired CME pastor, volunteered as a poll worker and worked to register people of color to vote. His mother was a beloved public school teacher for over 30 years – shaping the hearts and minds of countless young people. On weekends, Erick would join his grandmother as a volunteer at the Red Cross and continue learning about the value of public service.
Erick’s family’s example has shaped his world view and his passion for service. Erick is committed to effective government with a focus on health and safety, smart economic and workforce development, quality of life, and mobility.
In 2018, Cobb County voters sent Erick to the state Capitol where he has been a tireless advocate for full Medicaid expansion, environmental justice, and a check on attempts to make voting more difficult.
While in the State House Erick received numerous recognitions and rewards some of them include:
2021 GA Mental Health Consumer Network Legislator of the Year
Georgia Educators Association Legislative Honor Roll
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. 2022 Bridge Builder Award
2022 Chair Cupid All in Cobb Award
Legislative Collaborator Award for Cobb Commission D2
And many others...
After a 2022 run for Lt. Governor Of Georgia, Erick was elected Chair of the Cobb County Democrats, and is now a candidate for Cobb County Commission District 2.
Erick works as a management consultant and lives in the Vinings area with his wife, Dr. Tameka Allen, and daughter, Elise.They are active in the community and attend West Mitchell Street CME Church.
The issues
Healthcare:
I believe that affordable, quality healthcare should be accessible for all Americans.
On the Commission , I’ll continue my advocacy to expand Medicaid which will provide more resourced for physical and mental health. I believe all Georgians must have access to essential healthcare coverage.
Reproductive Rights
Reproductive rights and bodily autonomy are human rights. Period. I know that medical decisions are between Georgians and their doctors, without government interference.
Economic and Workforce Development:
I will ensure the delivery of services from every aspect of county government. I am committed to keeping Cobb the best place to do business, but also the best place for workers to raise a family.
Environmental Justice:
I know firsthand that environmental justice is crucial to the health and wellbeing of our families, both now and long-term. Between the fight against Sterigenics’ air pollution in my community to advocating for national environmental policy, I will always fight for a clean, safe planet.
Affordability and Mobility:
We must continue and accelerate our focus on housing affordability and mobility. This is not just a quality of life issue but also a workforce issue. We want to make sure our publics service, public safety, Healthcare, and education workforce can live in the communities they support; and be able to navigate the Metro Atlanta region with a wide array of connectivity option.
