Sam Foster
@samformarietta.bsky.social
Founder: A Better Cobb & Marietta Bike Social. Fighting for a lower cost of living, safe streets, better transit & a Marietta for everyone! 🚍🚦🏘️
Let’s build a city that works for everyone!
https://linktr.ee/samformarietta
Let’s build a city that works for everyone!
https://linktr.ee/samformarietta
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The election’s over — but the work isn’t. Let’s keep building a Marietta for Everyone.
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Happy New Year’s Eve. I hope everyone is warm and surrounded by love. Marietta Bike Social is meeting this Saturday to ride around downtown Marietta.
I’m deeply grateful for the people who keep showing up for one another. Heading into 2026, I’m excited to keep building a more connected Marietta.
I’m deeply grateful for the people who keep showing up for one another. Heading into 2026, I’m excited to keep building a more connected Marietta.
December 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Happy New Year’s Eve. I hope everyone is warm and surrounded by love. Marietta Bike Social is meeting this Saturday to ride around downtown Marietta.
I’m deeply grateful for the people who keep showing up for one another. Heading into 2026, I’m excited to keep building a more connected Marietta.
I’m deeply grateful for the people who keep showing up for one another. Heading into 2026, I’m excited to keep building a more connected Marietta.
Sat down with Ruwa to talk affordability, working people, and why Georgia deserves leadership that isn’t owned by billionaires.
If you’re tired of big money calling the shots, donate to Ruwa’s campaign & help us build something.
Donate at RuwaForGeorgia.com
@ruwaromman.bsky.social
If you’re tired of big money calling the shots, donate to Ruwa’s campaign & help us build something.
Donate at RuwaForGeorgia.com
@ruwaromman.bsky.social
December 31, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Sat down with Ruwa to talk affordability, working people, and why Georgia deserves leadership that isn’t owned by billionaires.
If you’re tired of big money calling the shots, donate to Ruwa’s campaign & help us build something.
Donate at RuwaForGeorgia.com
@ruwaromman.bsky.social
If you’re tired of big money calling the shots, donate to Ruwa’s campaign & help us build something.
Donate at RuwaForGeorgia.com
@ruwaromman.bsky.social
I ❤️ MY BMW (Bus, MARTA, Walking)
December 21, 2025 at 3:40 AM
I ❤️ MY BMW (Bus, MARTA, Walking)
“I’m a homeowner. Why should I care that rent is expensive?”
Heard this a lot on the campaign trail. Rent isn’t just about apartments. It affects small businesses too. When commercial rents rise, shops close, jobs disappear, & our economy weakens. We want Marietta to stay strong & work for families
Heard this a lot on the campaign trail. Rent isn’t just about apartments. It affects small businesses too. When commercial rents rise, shops close, jobs disappear, & our economy weakens. We want Marietta to stay strong & work for families
December 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
“I’m a homeowner. Why should I care that rent is expensive?”
Heard this a lot on the campaign trail. Rent isn’t just about apartments. It affects small businesses too. When commercial rents rise, shops close, jobs disappear, & our economy weakens. We want Marietta to stay strong & work for families
Heard this a lot on the campaign trail. Rent isn’t just about apartments. It affects small businesses too. When commercial rents rise, shops close, jobs disappear, & our economy weakens. We want Marietta to stay strong & work for families
Chilly weather feels amazing when you’re biking 🚲New record this week with 19 riders.
Join Marietta Bike Social every Saturday at 10AM outside Marietta Food Hall. We ride about five miles in one hour at a pace that works for everyone.
This is a family friendly ride and kids love it.
Join Marietta Bike Social every Saturday at 10AM outside Marietta Food Hall. We ride about five miles in one hour at a pace that works for everyone.
This is a family friendly ride and kids love it.
December 15, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Chilly weather feels amazing when you’re biking 🚲New record this week with 19 riders.
Join Marietta Bike Social every Saturday at 10AM outside Marietta Food Hall. We ride about five miles in one hour at a pace that works for everyone.
This is a family friendly ride and kids love it.
Join Marietta Bike Social every Saturday at 10AM outside Marietta Food Hall. We ride about five miles in one hour at a pace that works for everyone.
This is a family friendly ride and kids love it.
NO HANDOUTS TO BILLIONAIRES!
Join me tonight @ 7 PM to speak up on Franklin Road.
We spent $68M, then leased 33-acres to Arthur Blank for $1. Now Marietta wants to buy back 34-acres for another soccer field.
Residents deserve to have real input on developments!
👉🏿 12/10 @ 7 PM
📍 205 Lawrence St
Join me tonight @ 7 PM to speak up on Franklin Road.
We spent $68M, then leased 33-acres to Arthur Blank for $1. Now Marietta wants to buy back 34-acres for another soccer field.
Residents deserve to have real input on developments!
👉🏿 12/10 @ 7 PM
📍 205 Lawrence St
December 10, 2025 at 9:38 PM
NO HANDOUTS TO BILLIONAIRES!
Join me tonight @ 7 PM to speak up on Franklin Road.
We spent $68M, then leased 33-acres to Arthur Blank for $1. Now Marietta wants to buy back 34-acres for another soccer field.
Residents deserve to have real input on developments!
👉🏿 12/10 @ 7 PM
📍 205 Lawrence St
Join me tonight @ 7 PM to speak up on Franklin Road.
We spent $68M, then leased 33-acres to Arthur Blank for $1. Now Marietta wants to buy back 34-acres for another soccer field.
Residents deserve to have real input on developments!
👉🏿 12/10 @ 7 PM
📍 205 Lawrence St
Join A Better Cobb for Season Sips!
Dec 17 • 6:30 PM • Schoolhouse Brewery
Celebrate our community this year!
Tickets: $10 members / $15 non-members (includes 2 drink tickets) + light apps.
We’re also collecting new, unwrapped toys for Cobb Christmas’s Stuff-A-Bus Drive.
RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/4rIJWDS
Dec 17 • 6:30 PM • Schoolhouse Brewery
Celebrate our community this year!
Tickets: $10 members / $15 non-members (includes 2 drink tickets) + light apps.
We’re also collecting new, unwrapped toys for Cobb Christmas’s Stuff-A-Bus Drive.
RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/4rIJWDS
December 10, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Join A Better Cobb for Season Sips!
Dec 17 • 6:30 PM • Schoolhouse Brewery
Celebrate our community this year!
Tickets: $10 members / $15 non-members (includes 2 drink tickets) + light apps.
We’re also collecting new, unwrapped toys for Cobb Christmas’s Stuff-A-Bus Drive.
RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/4rIJWDS
Dec 17 • 6:30 PM • Schoolhouse Brewery
Celebrate our community this year!
Tickets: $10 members / $15 non-members (includes 2 drink tickets) + light apps.
We’re also collecting new, unwrapped toys for Cobb Christmas’s Stuff-A-Bus Drive.
RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/4rIJWDS
Join me this Wednesday to make your voice heard at the Marietta City Council meeting.
👉🏿 Wednesday & 7PM
📍 205 Lawrence St NE, Marietta GA 30060
Arrive early. We’ll sit together, follow the meeting, & learn how to make a public comment. It’s a simple way to get involved & speak up for our community
👉🏿 Wednesday & 7PM
📍 205 Lawrence St NE, Marietta GA 30060
Arrive early. We’ll sit together, follow the meeting, & learn how to make a public comment. It’s a simple way to get involved & speak up for our community
December 9, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Join me this Wednesday to make your voice heard at the Marietta City Council meeting.
👉🏿 Wednesday & 7PM
📍 205 Lawrence St NE, Marietta GA 30060
Arrive early. We’ll sit together, follow the meeting, & learn how to make a public comment. It’s a simple way to get involved & speak up for our community
👉🏿 Wednesday & 7PM
📍 205 Lawrence St NE, Marietta GA 30060
Arrive early. We’ll sit together, follow the meeting, & learn how to make a public comment. It’s a simple way to get involved & speak up for our community
Did you know cities could limit short-term rentals to owner-occupied homes? Renting out a room in your own house would still be fine, but this would stop investors & corporations from buying whole houses just to Airbnb them. Anything is possible when we demand cities that we can afford to live in.
December 4, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Did you know cities could limit short-term rentals to owner-occupied homes? Renting out a room in your own house would still be fine, but this would stop investors & corporations from buying whole houses just to Airbnb them. Anything is possible when we demand cities that we can afford to live in.
“I think a lot of people suffer from a lack of imagination in office. When you have an imagination, it attracts voters in a way that will make them come out and vote for you.”
Great interview with Greg Bluestein!
Read: www.ajc.com/politics/202...
Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Great interview with Greg Bluestein!
Read: www.ajc.com/politics/202...
Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
He came close to making history in Marietta mayor’s race. He may run again.
The AJC’s “Politically Georgia” talks to Sam Foster, the 24-year-old Black politician who almost made history in the Marietta mayor's race.
www.ajc.com
December 2, 2025 at 3:11 PM
“I think a lot of people suffer from a lack of imagination in office. When you have an imagination, it attracts voters in a way that will make them come out and vote for you.”
Great interview with Greg Bluestein!
Read: www.ajc.com/politics/202...
Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Great interview with Greg Bluestein!
Read: www.ajc.com/politics/202...
Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, is Election Day for the Marietta City Council runoffs in Wards 3 and 5. Every vote matters!
Polls are open 7am–7pm.
Check your registration and confirm your ward here: mvp.sos.ga.gov
Polls are open 7am–7pm.
Check your registration and confirm your ward here: mvp.sos.ga.gov
Elections Portal
mvp.sos.ga.gov
December 2, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, is Election Day for the Marietta City Council runoffs in Wards 3 and 5. Every vote matters!
Polls are open 7am–7pm.
Check your registration and confirm your ward here: mvp.sos.ga.gov
Polls are open 7am–7pm.
Check your registration and confirm your ward here: mvp.sos.ga.gov
Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving, however you chose to spend it. And no matter the reason you’re out for a walk after a big meal, you should be able to do it safely.
We just need sidewalks in Marietta that don’t suddenly end so everyone is safe. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
We just need sidewalks in Marietta that don’t suddenly end so everyone is safe. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
Column | Try a ‘fart walk’ to ease the pressure after that big Thanksgiving meal
Whatever you do, resist the urge to lie down.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 29, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving, however you chose to spend it. And no matter the reason you’re out for a walk after a big meal, you should be able to do it safely.
We just need sidewalks in Marietta that don’t suddenly end so everyone is safe. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
We just need sidewalks in Marietta that don’t suddenly end so everyone is safe. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
When I was knocking doors to talk about investing in our communities, someone asked “why should I subsidize someone else’s bad decisions?”
We all love the restaurants & businesses on Marietta Square. If workers can’t afford parking or lose hours when their car is in the shop, that hurts everyone.
We all love the restaurants & businesses on Marietta Square. If workers can’t afford parking or lose hours when their car is in the shop, that hurts everyone.
November 29, 2025 at 12:40 AM
When I was knocking doors to talk about investing in our communities, someone asked “why should I subsidize someone else’s bad decisions?”
We all love the restaurants & businesses on Marietta Square. If workers can’t afford parking or lose hours when their car is in the shop, that hurts everyone.
We all love the restaurants & businesses on Marietta Square. If workers can’t afford parking or lose hours when their car is in the shop, that hurts everyone.
Unpopular opinion: you don’t need a perfect resume to run for office. Don’t assume you’re less qualified than the person sitting there now. If you understand the struggles of working families, rent, wages, childcare, and transportation, you already grasp more than a lot of people in power.
November 28, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Unpopular opinion: you don’t need a perfect resume to run for office. Don’t assume you’re less qualified than the person sitting there now. If you understand the struggles of working families, rent, wages, childcare, and transportation, you already grasp more than a lot of people in power.
Development is a big win for the economy when we plan for the people who make it run. Real Talk: who will work there, what will they earn, and can they get to work without long commutes?
When workers can get to their jobs easily, we have less traffic and a stronger local economy.
When workers can get to their jobs easily, we have less traffic and a stronger local economy.
Densification concept call for hundreds of homes, hotel, array of businesses on former church properties
https://atlanta.urbanize.city/post/downtown-smyrna-development-plans-project-emerge-church
https://atlanta.urbanize.city/post/downtown-smyrna-development-plans-project-emerge-church
November 28, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Development is a big win for the economy when we plan for the people who make it run. Real Talk: who will work there, what will they earn, and can they get to work without long commutes?
When workers can get to their jobs easily, we have less traffic and a stronger local economy.
When workers can get to their jobs easily, we have less traffic and a stronger local economy.
If Atlanta can do hot lemon pepper matcha, Cobb can survive a rail line. I promise
November 26, 2025 at 4:13 AM
If Atlanta can do hot lemon pepper matcha, Cobb can survive a rail line. I promise
Cute drawing from a young supporter. The talent in this community is unreal. 🧡
If you’d like a campaign shirt for yourself, you can grab it here: www.bonfire.com/store/samfor...
If you’d like a campaign shirt for yourself, you can grab it here: www.bonfire.com/store/samfor...
November 26, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Cute drawing from a young supporter. The talent in this community is unreal. 🧡
If you’d like a campaign shirt for yourself, you can grab it here: www.bonfire.com/store/samfor...
If you’d like a campaign shirt for yourself, you can grab it here: www.bonfire.com/store/samfor...
If anyone is hiring full-time in the Marietta or Cobb area, my events manager is looking. He was an asset to my campaign and handled logistics, volunteers, and large community events with calm and professionalism.
If you hear of anything, please send me info.
If you hear of anything, please send me info.
November 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
If anyone is hiring full-time in the Marietta or Cobb area, my events manager is looking. He was an asset to my campaign and handled logistics, volunteers, and large community events with calm and professionalism.
If you hear of anything, please send me info.
If you hear of anything, please send me info.
We’ll be hosting a free bicycle maintenance workshop soon that’s completely free. DM if you’d like to volunteer.
Marietta Bike Social: We ride every Saturday at 10AM, rain or shine, outside Marietta Square Market. Bring that fussy baby and let the sunshine and fresh air lull them into a good nap.
Marietta Bike Social: We ride every Saturday at 10AM, rain or shine, outside Marietta Square Market. Bring that fussy baby and let the sunshine and fresh air lull them into a good nap.
November 23, 2025 at 11:51 PM
We’ll be hosting a free bicycle maintenance workshop soon that’s completely free. DM if you’d like to volunteer.
Marietta Bike Social: We ride every Saturday at 10AM, rain or shine, outside Marietta Square Market. Bring that fussy baby and let the sunshine and fresh air lull them into a good nap.
Marietta Bike Social: We ride every Saturday at 10AM, rain or shine, outside Marietta Square Market. Bring that fussy baby and let the sunshine and fresh air lull them into a good nap.
Reminder: You’ll see people in nice cars at food assistance events. That doesn’t mean they’re doing fine. Jobs can disappear fast. Hours get cut. Families get stuck with large bills.
That’s why better transit and real support matter. And it’s why food assistance and mutual aid are so important.
That’s why better transit and real support matter. And it’s why food assistance and mutual aid are so important.
November 23, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Reminder: You’ll see people in nice cars at food assistance events. That doesn’t mean they’re doing fine. Jobs can disappear fast. Hours get cut. Families get stuck with large bills.
That’s why better transit and real support matter. And it’s why food assistance and mutual aid are so important.
That’s why better transit and real support matter. And it’s why food assistance and mutual aid are so important.
While canvassing, I chatted with mom who works three jobs and still sells plasma to make ends meet. She has a master’s degree. She works in STEM. She has a “good” job on paper. And she’s still struggling.
Too many Marietta families are doing everything right and still can’t get ahead.
Too many Marietta families are doing everything right and still can’t get ahead.
November 23, 2025 at 6:21 PM
While canvassing, I chatted with mom who works three jobs and still sells plasma to make ends meet. She has a master’s degree. She works in STEM. She has a “good” job on paper. And she’s still struggling.
Too many Marietta families are doing everything right and still can’t get ahead.
Too many Marietta families are doing everything right and still can’t get ahead.
Fun fact: Your favorite mayoral candidate isn’t even eligible to serve on the Boards and Commissions in Marietta. You have to be at least 25 years old to serve.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Please run for municipal seats. Mayor. City Council. School Board. We need people who care.
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
November 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Fun fact: Your favorite mayoral candidate isn’t even eligible to serve on the Boards and Commissions in Marietta. You have to be at least 25 years old to serve.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Please run for municipal seats. Mayor. City Council. School Board. We need people who care.
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
November 21, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Please run for municipal seats. Mayor. City Council. School Board. We need people who care.
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
We knocked on 20,000 doors. We saw every ward. We talked with families on almost every street about rent, traffic, safety, & how to stay in this city.
If you are looking for affordable places to live in Marietta, you are not alone. Fill out the form and stay connected:
samformarietta.com/next
If you are looking for affordable places to live in Marietta, you are not alone. Fill out the form and stay connected:
samformarietta.com/next
What’s Next for Marietta
Sam Foster’s campaign inspired so many people — now we’re keeping that energy alive for what comes next.
samformarietta.com
November 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We knocked on 20,000 doors. We saw every ward. We talked with families on almost every street about rent, traffic, safety, & how to stay in this city.
If you are looking for affordable places to live in Marietta, you are not alone. Fill out the form and stay connected:
samformarietta.com/next
If you are looking for affordable places to live in Marietta, you are not alone. Fill out the form and stay connected:
samformarietta.com/next
Come meet the dedicated individuals from A Better Cobb making Cobb County better! This is your chance to have meaningful conversations about our community.
Kennesaw: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Smyrna: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Marietta: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Kennesaw: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Smyrna: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Marietta: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
November 14, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Come meet the dedicated individuals from A Better Cobb making Cobb County better! This is your chance to have meaningful conversations about our community.
Kennesaw: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Smyrna: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Marietta: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Kennesaw: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Smyrna: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Marietta: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...