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Georgia Democrats Face Low-Dollar Governor Primary as Runoff Looms
Democrats have spent just $1.24 million as Republicans flood the state with nearly $100 million in advertising, widening the party’s funding gap.
- Georgia Democrats face a crowded, low-budget primary on May 19, with Republicans flooding the state with nearly $100 million in advertising compared to Democrats' $1.24 million.
- Unlike 2022, when Democrat Stacey Abrams commanded millions in campaign funds, this cycle lacks primary energy as observers believe no candidate will win a majority in the approaching contest.
- The crowded field includes Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Geoff Duncan, and Jason Esteves, with Bottoms leading in name recognition while Duncan seeks moderate voter support.
- Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, leading the Democratic Governors Association, said Georgia is "in play" on Saturday and pledged funding for the eventual nominee as Bottoms asserted "I'll still win.
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Georgia Democrats try to make their move in a jumbled, low-dollar primary for governor
Democrats running for governor in Georgia are scrambling for attention and cash. The political environment may favor a Democrat to win Georgia's top post for the first time since 1998.
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