Johnny Isakson

U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson is a businessman who has built a respected record of public service to the state of Georgia.

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Senator Isakson's memorial service will be available to view via live stream today at 2 p.m. Watch here: https://t.co/zdmX99sgmk

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In addition to The Isakson Initiative, the @universityofga created the endowed Johnny Isakson Chair for Parkinson’s Research & @ga_res_alliance Eminent Scholar. The inaugural Chair was named in March, and Dr. Anumantha Kanthasamy has already begun. https://t.co/CcjhgSuU0s

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In September, supporters of The Isakson Initiative raised $1 million at a benefit for the nonprofit Johnny founded to raise awareness and funding for research related to Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and related dementia. Revisit this special event: https://t.co/BEBIlHjEL6.

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Johnny's farewell to the Senate speech has been remembered and celebrated since it was delivered on December 3, 2019. His message was one that was embodied every day of his work in business and public service. Watch it here: https://t.co/tBq1gnPv1U.

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After his retirement from the U.S. Senate due to Parkinson's, Johnny dedicated his life to raising awareness & funding for research related to neurocognitive diseases through The Isakson Initiative. In lieu of flowers, his family has suggested support: https://t.co/6p9v5T0O7d.

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One of Johnny's most-requested speeches was always the "Six Silent Secrets (of a Happy, Healthy Life)." We remember him today with that speech, delivered here at the @universityofga Commencement in 2014. Watch: https://t.co/oU7esj2h9g.

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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Isakson Initiative, Johnny's nonprofit, which is dedicated to raising awareness and funding for research related to neurocognitive diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and related dementia. https://t.co/led6DwKeHA

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To celebrate the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and businessman Johnny Isakson, a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2022. A live stream of the service will be available on https://t.co/zdmX99sgmk.

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It is with deep sorrow that The Isakson Initiative shares that former U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson passed away overnight on December 19, 2021, at age 76.

Sen. Isakson’s family is grateful for the prayers and support.

Funeral arrangements will be shared when finalized.

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I’m grateful for the heroic, long life of service that my friend U.S. Senator Bob Dole gave our country, our veterans, and the freedom-loving world. I will miss him and his sense of good humor, and Dianne and I are praying for Elizabeth and all who love them. #RememberingBobDole

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As a member of the Board of @ParkinsonDotOrg, I thank the many friends of The Isakson Initiative who made possible our recent leadership gift to the #ReachFurther campaign. We remain focused on advancing research and finding a cure.
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I was so humbled by today's luncheon. Thank you to everyone who sponsored, donated, attended, or sent well-wishes as we celebrated the launch of the Isakson Initiative. Visit https://t.co/gh1qA25CIe and watch our video to learn about our mission. https://t.co/Xi4viwB15u

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We are in this fight with you, @MarkRicht.

The battle against Parkinson’s has only strengthened our faith, family, community and resolve. Together with @universityofga’s GRA Eminent Scholar in Parkinson’s Research, we will keep working for a cure.
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Today, I am proud to announce my latest project, The Isakson Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and funding for research related to neurological diseases like the one I'm fighting, Parkinson's.

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Congratulations to @universityofga and @ga_res_alliance on selecting such a renowned leader for the John H. “Johnny” Isakson Chair and Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar in Parkinson’s Research. I look forward to Dr. Anumantha Kanthasamy's work and leadership in this role.

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Anumantha Kanthasamy, an internationally renowned researcher of Parkinson’s disease and related neurodegenerative disorders, has been appointed as the first John H. “Johnny” Isakson Chair and GRA Eminent Scholar in Parkinson’s Research. https://t.co/Ff33923xIe

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Thank you to the Georgia House of Representatives for passing a resolution to name a bridge after me in Chatham County. To Speaker Ralston and Representative Meeks, thank you for your kind words. https://t.co/gRppCnkMoc

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I’m humbled by the work of @universityofga President Morehead and @GovKemp in establishing this position to research and raise awareness of and education on brain science and neurological disorders. My deepest gratitude and thanks to all who contributed. https://t.co/xJcbQCtsDY

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I enjoyed visiting my good friend and longtime barber, Tommy, today for a haircut. It's a beautiful day in Georgia!

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Congratulations to @BrianKempGA, @GeoffDuncanGA, @ChrisCarr_Ga & our newly elected officials on their hard-fought victories! I look forward to working together for Georgia.

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Georgia’s impressive reputation from mountains to coast has been earned through strong leadership and smart policies. I’m proud to congratulate Governor-elect @BrianKempGA, and I’m confident that he will keep Georgia on the right path.