Rep. Brent Cox on Georgia Politics, Local Leadership & Hurricane Relief | Bettis Musgrove Show S2E7

From Community Roots to Capitol Hill: Rep. Brent Cox on Georgia Politics, Local Leadership & Hurricane Relief | Bettis Musgrove Show S2E7Welcome to Season 2, Episode 7 of The Bettis Musgrove Show! In this episode, Ben Musgrove and Spenser Bettis are honored to host State Representative Brent Cox, representing District 28 in Georgia.Join us for an in-depth conversation with Rep. Cox as he shares his journey from growing up in Alpharetta and coaching high school football to serving the people of Forsyth and Hall counties at the State Capitol. Learn about his work in the restaurant industry and how his diverse experiences shape his approach to public service.In this episode, we cover:- Rep. Cox's deep roots in North Georgia and his path to becoming a state legislator [0:00:54].- The day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of a state representative during the legislative session [0:12:15].- His key roles and committee assignments, including co-chairing the Georgia-Israeli Caucus, serving as a Deputy Whip, and his work on the Education, Agriculture, and Technology & Infrastructure Innovation committees [0:12:27, 0:13:24, 0:13:50, 0:14:12, 0:14:36].- A behind-the-scenes look at how a bill becomes law in Georgia, from initial idea to the Governor's desk [0:18:40].- The critical balance between representing local district interests and addressing statewide issues [0:32:22].- A detailed account of the incredible community-led relief efforts following Hurricane Helen, where Rep. Cox and many others mobilized to provide tens of thousands of meals and essential supplies to affected areas in South Georgia and beyond [0:35:38].- Insights into his collaboration with local government in Forsyth County and the City of Cumming [0:29:31].- Rep. Cox's commitment to service, including his work on significant legislation like the antisemitism bill [0:28:09].This conversation offers valuable insights into the workings of state government, the dedication of our local leaders, and the power of community in times of need. Whether you're interested in politics, community service, or inspirational stories of leadership, this episode is for you.---Connect with us:- Like this video and subscribe to The Bettis Musgrove Show** for more interviews and insights!- Leave a comment:** What did you find most interesting? Do you have questions for Rep. Cox or our hosts?- Share this episode** with anyone interested in Georgia politics or community leadership.- Follow us on social media** @BettisMusgrove for updates and behind-the-scenes content.- Visit our website:** Find more episodes and learn about our firm at bettismusgrove.com.Thanks for tuning in!#BettisMusgroveShow #BrentCox #GeorgiaPolitics #StateRepresentative #ForsythCounty #CommunityLeadership #HurricaneRelief #GeorgiaLegislature #LocalGovernment #Podcast