Q&A about runoff
Georgia voters will decide a host of races in today's runoff election. Here's what you need to know:
Why is there a runoff? None of the candidates in the affected races won a majority of votes July 31. The winners will advance to the November general election, though some don't face opponents there.
When can I vote? Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. where runoffs are being held.
Do I need an ID? To vote, you must provide an approved form of photo ID. These include any valid state or federal government issued photo ID, a Georgia driver's license (current or expired), a valid U.S. passport, a valid employee photo ID card issued by a government, a valid U.S. military ID card or a valid tribal photo ID.
What races are on the ballot? It depends on where you live. For example, in the 9th Congressional District, Republicans will choose between state Rep. Doug Collins and former radio talk show host Martha Zoller. In Cobb County, commission Chairman Tim Lee faces fellow Republican and former Chairman Bill Byrne. And in Clayton County, Sheriff Kem Kimbrough faces fellow Democrat and former Sheriff Victor Hill, who is facing 37 felony charges.
Can I vote today if I didn't July 31? If you didn't vote in July or voted nonpartisan, you can vote in either party's runoff Tuesday. But if you picked a party in July, you can't switch parties for the runoff.
About the Author
David Wickert writes about the state budget, finance and voting issues. Previously, he covered local government and politics in Gwinnett and Fulton counties. Before moving to Atlanta, he worked at newspapers in Illinois, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington.
