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Burt Jones election night party
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Big wins, surprises and signals from Georgia’s primary night

Runoffs in Republican races for governor and U.S. Senate will dominate the news in the next month.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

GOP rivals for governor close with contrasting pitches to voters

Chris Carr warns about GOP headwinds in November. But Rick Jackson is flush with cash and confidence.

Senator Jon Ossoff qualifies for the ballot for his 2026 re-election campaign
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Democrats reserve $20 million in TV ads to back Jon Ossoff’s reelection bid

The Senate Majority PAC isn't wasting time in reserving TV ad space to defend Ossoff's record or attack his opponent once the general election campaign is underway.

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How CDC can restore public trust in the midst of hantavirus and ebola

Public trust in the CDC is shaken because misinformation, disinvestment and a move away from highest standards of science. Recommitting to a better path would aid U.S. health.

Keisha Lance Bottoms voting rights event
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Did Republicans just hand Keisha Lance Bottoms a ticket to November?

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms launched a voting rights tour on the same day Gov. Brian Kemp called for a special session on redistricting.

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Gerrymandering reduces voter turnout and increases voter burnout

Gerrymandering and elections disinformation are threats to democracy by misleading, discouraging and burning out American voters.

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Burt Jones election night party
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Big wins, surprises and signals from Georgia’s primary night

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State Rep. Jasmine Clark and staff react to news that she is the likely winner on the Democratic ticket for U.S. House District 13 at her election night watch party at Fresca Trattoria in Stone Mountain on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (Gavin Godfrey/AJC)

Jasmine Clark wins Democratic primary race to succeed late Rep. David Scott