ATLANTA — Georgians went to the polls to cast ballots in key elections for state and municipal races on Nov. 4. A few will still be decided in upcoming runoff races. And as 2026 nears, the political lens will be set on the Midterms.

Each week, The Georgia Vote shines a light on the people shaping communities across our state. While political headlines fill your feed, we’re putting the spotlight on those using their passions to uplift others and bring change to their neighborhoods.

In this Voice of the Voter segment, 11Alive talks with Himali Patel.

Meet Himali Patel

Himali Patel is a small business owner in Atlanta. For years, Patel has battled multiple autoimmune and connective tissue disorders. Her illnesses have led to more than a dozen hospital stays in just the past 18 months.

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