serving ( or who were already committed !) in neighboring counties and in other capacities in the city , counties , and beyond . To say I am proud of this response is an understatement ; I am in awe .
The commitment of this legal community to support voter registration , assist on election day , offer expertise in the many ongoing court cases , and promote the importance of elections and democracy in our community has rekindled my faith in the great American experiment . I am profoundly grateful to each person who has volunteered to serve as a Provisional Clerk or poll watcher , the leaders who wrote thoughtful articles for this publication , those who encouraged and reminded their friends and family to register to vote , and those who continue to advocate for and participate in the crucial work of ensuring this election ' s success .
With so many lawyers taking the time to do what is right and necessary , I have a renewed belief that the members of our Bar are exemplifying the very best of our profession and rightly living up to the oath we took as attorneys and counselors to “ truly and honestly , justly and uprightly conduct ” ourselves as members of this learned profession , to follow the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct , and to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Georgia .
With respect , gratitude , and hope ,
Emily C . Ward , President of the Atlanta Bar Association
PS - If you have not yet to found a way to do your part , consider this your invitation to engage with our democracy , give back , and help this election succeed . The Atlanta Bar has compiled a list of opportunities on our website , and I encourage you to explore how you can play a part in our collective success .
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