Saying that

he never entered politics for the purpose of "feathering his own

nest," Yates did not join the state pension system and does not participate

in other state benefits. No bill that he votes for helps him financially

unless it cuts everyone's taxes.

Yates fights

for the rights of citizens against what he calls "oppressive or overbearing

government," and he constantly works to keep good relations with

good government employees. He helps whoever is in need without asking

if they are black or white, their political party or the district in which

they live.

He still strongly

feels that Georgia will never reach the goal of good, honest and fair

government until there are two near-equal political parties. "The

political party now in power has been there over 130 years and has resulted

in the present oppressive situation," he said.

Yates has never

voted for a tax increase and has voted for several tax cuts, including

the recent sales tax holidays and several improvements in the homestead

exemptions. He has pledged to continue this record.

He is proud

of his endorsements by the National Rifle Association, Right-to-Life and

the National Federation of Independent Business.

In the most

recent session, he was successful in getting two important statewide bills

through the House, one concerning regulatory fees and another addressing

a requirement for the Department of Education to save money by requiring

bids.

Yates served

in Europe during World War II as an artillery spotter pilot, entering

Normandy at D Day + 30 and serving until the end of the war. He earned

four Battle Stars and five Air Medals during more than 175 missions. He

continues to give that devotion to his native state.

For more information,

write to 961 Birdie Road, Griffin, GA 30223; or call 770-412-7166.